CMM Programmer Metrology Lead

Job Title: CMM Programmer Metrology Lead Job Description
We are seeking a CMM Programmer Metrology Lead to join a high-volume manufacturing team specializing in airbag initiators and modules for the automotive industry. This role involves developing inspection plans for new parts and refining existing plans to enhance accuracy and throughput. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in CMM programming, preferably using Calypso, and should be an everyday user of GD&T with the ability to pass a GD&T test during the interview.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain CMM programs using Calypso/PI Web.
- Standardize CMM programs across different part numbers (PCM experience).
- Develop and maintain Keyence Vision System programs.
- Support dimensional validation activities.
- Create inspection strategies and troubleshoot dimensional issues during launch.
- Train and mentor quality personnel.
- Develop new part test plans and CMM programs from scratch.
Essential Skills
- 2+ years of CMM Programming experience.
- Advanced dimensional inspection experience.
- Blueprint reading and interpretation.
- Advanced GD&T interpretation and everyday use.
- Layout inspection experience.
- Precision measurement equipment expertise.
- Experience with Calypso, PC-DMIS, and similar platforms.
- High-volume manufacturing experience.
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with vision systems and optical measurement systems.
- Leadership and technical mentoring experience.
- Training development experience.
- Supplier Quality experience.
- Safety product experience.
- Aerospace manufacturing experience.
- Precision machining experience.
- ASQ Certification in a Technical Field such as CQT.
Work Environment
The position is based in a high-rate manufacturing environment producing over 1.6 million parts per week. Safety is a high priority due to the presence of energetic materials. The role offers flexible start and stop times to accommodate commuting, with regular hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. You will be joining a well-tenured team of six with low turnover, replacing a retiring member.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Queen Creek,AZ. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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