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Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer - Skokie Illinois
Company: OPW Location: Skokie, Illinois
Posted On: 11/12/2024
For more than 60 years, Midland Manufacturing has been dedicated to protecting people and the environment worldwide by ensuring the safe transportation of products by rail. With an innovative approach to engineering and solutions, we consistently exceeds railcar industry operational standards for valves by developing and providing the safest and most reliable solutions. -Midland (a part of OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions) offers the broadest range of products amongst all tank-car-fitting suppliers on the planet. Its team of engineering specialists and technical-service professionals continually develops innovative products for any application in partnership with its customers and industry associations. -Dover Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. -The CMM Programmer will develop, edit, maintain, and improve the functions and operations surrounding the Coordinate Measuring Machines within Midland Manufacturing. - This position will act as critical Production and Engineering support, and must have an in depth understanding of Metrology, GD&T, and CAD. - Capability to program across several languages is preferred. - -Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities: - Develop, edit, maintain, and improve CMM programs related to CNC setup, PPAP, Engineering Evaluations, etc. High level of competency required
- Assess, develop, and improve the fixturing related to the CMM
- Take part in continuous improvement efforts to improve efficiency and accuracy for inspections
- Interpret drawings and verify requirements as applicable to production / PPAP parts. Communicate the results to the appropriate people in support of Midland production.
- Conduct First Article Inspections, Process Capability Studies, Random Sampling, Custom Evaluations, etc. using a combination of metrology equipment
- Complete accurate documentation of inspection and process results using Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, Sharepoint, and Oracle.
- Recommend and specify instrumentation, calibration and gauging needs
- Actively participate in defining strategies to meet quality objectives and in system reviews within the team
- When needed, utilize material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or reach stackers to move product
- Problem-solve -individually or as part of a group as job duties require
- Responsible for prompt and regular attendance as scheduled and may be required to work overtime -Qualifications/Requirements:
- Associates Degree or equivalent required (Formal Training in CMM programming acceptable)
- 10+ years prior experience in quality inspection required
- 5+ years programming CMMs required (knowledge of PC-DMIS is preferred) -Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of GD&T, and be able to apply principles when programming and conducting inspections. - Capability to train peers preferred.
- Proficient at programming from CAD models and directly from the product
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Team-oriented individual who is willing to learn, possess active listening skills, demonstrates patience will coworkers, and is willing to continuously improve
- Capable of learning to use software unrelated to the CMM - including but not limited to, Smartsheet, Oracle, Sharepoint, etc.
- Willing to offer options and take direction
- Results oriented and driven individual
- Knowledge in machining and manufacturing processes
- Capable of leading CI projects related to the CMM
- Ability to use calipers, plug & thread gages, micrometers and other measurement devices -Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
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