Senior CMM Programmer

Senior CMM Programmer 

LOCATION: Hanover / Pennsylvania (US-PA), United States | BRAND: Sheppard | REQUISITION ID: 5903 | JOB GRADE: 12

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

Founded in 1937, R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pa., our dedicated team of over 700 employees supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse.

Whatever your career path – whether it’s product innovation through engineering, working directly with our customers, manufacturing quality products or supporting our business in some other way, Sheppard – a Bendix CVS Company – delivers. Visit us online at www.rhsheppard.com/careers

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Senior CMM Programmer/Metrologist will work in the Quality Department as a subject matter expert and perform all activities related to CMM Equipment and Programming   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
•  Develops CMM programs using model-based definition and/or blueprints for Hexagon CMM using PC-DMIS software.
•  Works closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineering, and Shop Floor management in new program creation/release and program changes that improve quality and throughput.
•  Works with Quality team to define and document sample plans for each part.
•  Creates detailed inspection plans with WINSPC software.
•  Creates standards for CMM/other programs and trains ME’s, inspectors, and appropriate Machinists on methodology.
•  Oversees, develops, and conducts inspections on components and tools using CAD and GD&T information with portable and stationary Coordinate Measuring Machines.
•  Provides oversight and instruction to other personnel using metrology techniques and equipment.
•  Performs measurement system studies to evaluate capability and assists in develop corrective action plans.
•  Expert operator in multiple types of metrology equipment for the inspection of components and manufacturing tools including RAM Optical, Folwer Laser, all CMM’s, Rondcom, Surfcom, Comparator.  Training plan to achieve expert knowledge will be provided for the right canidate.
•  Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
•   Communication skills, ability to read, write and comprehend instruction.
•    Knowledge of shop mathematics, i.e. decimals, fractions, algebra and trigonometry
•    Demonstrate problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
•    Ability to read and comprehend complex blue print and Geomtric Dimensioing and Tolerancing (GD&T)
•    Ability to create programs for PC-DMIS, RAM, Fowler and WINSPC software. Training plan to achieve expert knowledge will be provided for the right canidate.
•   Understanding of basic statistical process control and decriptive statistics.
•  Must have a Lean manufacturing mindset in the shop including set-up time reduction, overall waste reduction, and reduced variation between machines and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•  7+ Years of directly related experience performing and programming CMM Inspections.  Experience in an IATF 16949 automotive production facility is preferred with emphasis on machining operations is preferred.
•  Technical training and competency in PCDMIS, CMM programming, Statistical Process Control WINSPC, RAM and Fowler inspection systems.  Note: Some training to achieve expert knowledge will be provided for the right canidate.
•  Must be able to understand statistical analysis to define actions and resolve issues.
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
•  Must have ability to train other CMM Programming team members.
•  U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident status required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
No direct management responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  
The employee will be required to perform duties on a computer terminal. The employee may be exposed to shop floor conditions, i.e. noise, heat, cold, dust/dirt etc. Work may involve reviewing, checking processes/gauges and instruments in a manufacturing environment including: machining, assembly, paint, heat treatment, grinding, core making, steel foundry.

WORKING HOURS:
Monday - Friday 8 hours/day.

What does Sheppard have to offer you? 

• Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
• 401k Plan with Company matching 
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Wellness Program and incentives
• On-site Health Clinic/Healthcare
• Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:
  • Comp