Cmm Technician

Job Title: CMM Technician / Specialist

Job Description

The CMM Technician supports high-volume production of small, injection molded metal components by creating, qualifying, and implementing precise measurement processes. This role works closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate dimensional inspection, robust product qualification, and efficient resolution of quality issues in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Review new product designs and recommend the most effective measurement processes using a variety of tools, including hand measurement tools, custom fixtures, visual inspection systems, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Create detailed measurement plans and processes for new product designs, ensuring they are accurate, repeatable, and practical for use in a high-volume production environment.
• Perform new product qualification activities, including First Article Inspection, gage repeatability and reproducibility (GR&R) studies, and capability studies to validate measurement systems and production processes.
• Program and operate CMMs to perform dimensional inspections, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Support production and quality assurance activities to keep production flowing efficiently and disposition nonconforming material effectively.
• Troubleshoot CMM programs and measurement issues, identify root causes of inspection or dimensional problems, and implement corrective actions.
• Continuously improve measurement procedures, inspection methods, and documentation to enhance accuracy, throughput, and ease of use on the production floor.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing personnel to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications and translate them into robust measurement plans.
• Assist with disposition of problem material by providing accurate measurement data, analysis, and recommendations.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) and other data analysis techniques to monitor process capability and support ongoing quality improvements.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience as a CMM Technician in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to develop effective measurement plans.
• Deep understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), including standards such as ASME Y14.5.
• Proficiency in programming and operating CMMs from manufacturers such as OPG, Zeiss, and Mitutoyo.
• Hands-on experience using CMM software such as Zone3, PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar platforms.
• Solid knowledge of dimensional metrology principles and practices.
• Experience conducting gage repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and its application in production environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot CMM programs and measurement processes effectively.
• Capability to wear required personal protective equipment, including bump cap, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety-toed shoes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field such as Mechanical Engineering Technology or Manufacturing Technology is preferred.
• Understanding of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is preferred.
• Experience working with molded metal components is a plus.
• Familiarity with visual inspection systems, hand measurement tools, and custom fixtures used in dimensional inspection.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills when evaluating measurement data and process capability.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in measurement methods, inspection procedures, and quality systems.

Work Environment

This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment focused on small, injection molded metal components. The role is typically on a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday. Work involves frequent use of CMMs and related software (such as Zone3, PC-DMIS, and Calypso), as well as hand measurement tools, visual inspection systems, and custom fixtures. Employees wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including bump cap, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety-toed shoes. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical plans (HSA or PPO) with generous HSA contributions, prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage through state leave programs, group and dependent life insurance, whole life options, AD&D, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, flexible spending accounts, legal assistance programs, transit pass support, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match. Paid time off benefits include sick time, PTO, and designated holiday pay totaling up to five weeks annually, with PTO increasing after five years of service. The culture emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $42.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Wilsonville,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

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