CMM Programmer and Operator
Continental Disc Corporation, LLC (“CDC”) designs and manufactures safety-critical products that protect pressure-containing vessels from catastrophic failure. CDC is headquartered in Liberty, Missouri (outside Kansas City), and has manufacturing operations in Houston, Texas, and Ahmedabad, India with additional sales offices in India, the Netherlands and China. CDC benefits from being one of the most recognized brands in its industry and a reputation for outstanding quality earned over its more than 60 years of operation. CDC’s customers include blue-chip companies in the chemicals, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, general industrial, aerospace, defense, food and beverage, municipal, and other markets globally.
The CMM Programmer & Operator is responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to ensure products meet engineering and quality standards. This role supports quality assurance activities by performing dimensional inspections, analyzing measurement data, and collaborating with engineering and production teams.
Requirements
- Program and operate CMM equipment to inspect parts, assemblies, and tooling
- Zeiss Calypso Programming
- Develop CMM inspection programs from engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements
- Perform first article inspections (FAI), in-process, and final inspections
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T symbols
- Analyze inspection results and generate detailed inspection reports
- Communicate inspection findings to Quality, Engineering, and Production teams
- Maintain calibration and routine maintenance of CMM equipment
- Troubleshoot measurement discrepancies and program issues
- Ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, or customer-specific quality standards
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in measurement processes
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Technical degree preferred)
- 2+ years experience programming and operating CMMs
- Proficiency with CMM software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, MCOSMOS, CMM Manager)
- Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
- Experience using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges)
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality systems
- Experience with offline programming and CAD-based inspection
- Familiarity with SPC and statistical analysis
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility
- Ability to lift up to XX lbs (customize as needed)
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
Work Environment
- Manufacturing/inspection lab environment
Exposure to machining equipment and precision measuring instruments
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and 401K with Match eligible day one. Employee Assistance Program, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Fitness Room, Safety Shoe Reimbursement, Prescription Eye Glass Allowance, 13 Holidays , Paid time off, and so much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CDC does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, familial status, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.
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