CMM Programmer and Inspector - Van-Am Tool & Engineering

Van-Am Tool & Engineering, located in St. Joseph, MO, is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to join our team. This role is essential in supporting customer and engineering dimensional inspection needs. The CMM Programmer will program and operate a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to perform First Article layouts, probability studies, production inspections, and partial inspections as required. The position also involves summarizing inspection data in AS9102 forms and other statistical reports, while analyzing data to ensure dimensional quality meets customer specifications.

As a CMM Programmer, you will be responsible for programming and operating the CMM for the acceptance of 4 and 5 axis machined parts. You will interpret and summarize inspection data, documenting the results in First Article Inspection Reports. Maintaining detailed records of CMM programs and inspection results is an important aspect of the job. You will also assist product engineers and manufacturing teams in analyzing inspection data to resolve dimensional quality issues and ensure compliance with all standards. In addition, you will be tasked with performing daily, weekly, and monthly calibration of inspection equipment and fixtures, while also conducting mechanical inspections using standard tools such as bore gauges and micrometers. Reporting inspection results clearly to manufacturing is vital for supporting overall quality assurance.

Candidates should be proficient in CMM programming, operation, and interpretation of inspection data, with experience in a 3D working environment that adheres to strict DPD standards. The ability to view and interrogate customer-supplied 3D models, read and interpret drawings, and understand customer specifications and assembly instructions is required. A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5M-1994, along with experience using mechanical inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges, is essential. Candidates should also possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and a solid knowledge of machining fundamentals is highly desirable.

Van-Am Tool & Engineering offers competitive pay, full benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment. If you are detail-oriented and have a passion for precision, this is a great opportunity to join our team and advance your career. Apply now to become a key part of our dynamic organization!

The CMM Programmer position will program and operate a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) in support of Customer and Engineering dimensional inspection needs. The position will perform First Article layouts, probability studies, production inspection routines and partial inspections as required from engineering and manufacturing. Data must be summarized in layout inspection reports such as AS9102 forms and/or other statistical software. Position also analyzes acquired data to understand and communicate overall dimensional quality as it relates to customer definition and requirements.

Eligibility Requirements (Skills):

• Proficient in CMM programming, operation, and interpretation of inspection
• Programming experience in a 3D working environment where strict DPD standards are
• The ability to view and interrogate, customer supplied 3D
• The ability to read, understand and interpret drawings as well as customer specifications and
• Able to interpret parts list and Assembly
• Well versed in reading and understanding of Geometric dimensioning and tolerances, per ASME 5M-1994.
• Well versed in basic mechanical inspection tools (i.e., caliper, micrometer, protractor, height gage, verniers, conductivity meter, hardness tester, bore gage, optical comparator, and indicators).
• Proficiency in fundamentals of dimensional metrology and the ability to troubleshoot, find, and fix errors from inaccurate methods of inspection.
• Excellent comprehension of machining
• Possess good communication skills both written and

Essential Job Functions:

• CMM programming
• CMM operation for the acceptance of 4 and 5 axis machined
• Interpret and summarize inspection
• Document inspection results in the form of AS9102 First Article Inspection
• Maintain detailed records of programs and inspection
• Assist product engineers and manufacturing in the analysis of dimensional inspection
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly calibration of inspection equipment, fixtures, and
• In-process
• Perform mechanical inspection on parts/assemblies using standard inspection equipment such as bore gages, height gages, micrometers, etc.
• Report clear and concise inspection results to manufacturing to assist in the success of quality
• CMM programming prior to the machining/manufacture of upcoming
• Maintain all proper documentation
• Assist in periodic audits, including but not limited to, internal, customer, ISO audits,

As part of the hiring process at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, all candidates are required to undergo a pre-employment drug test. Testing occurs after the job offer, and the results are confidential. A positive result may affect the offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable laws: Federal, State and DOT regulations (if applicable).