CMM Metrology Inspector/Programmer

Company Overview

Westcoast Precision Inc. is at the forefront of precision manufacturing, relentlessly pushing boundaries in the semiconductor, aerospace, and biotechnology sectors. Our mission is to empower our partners with a competitive edge by delivering exceptional value and results.

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Programmer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in programming and mechanical knowledge, with the ability to work with precision measuring instruments and fabrication processes. This role is essential in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance with industry regulations. Must have the personality and temperament to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Use Mitutoyo MCOSMOS C1-C3 including CAT 1000PS, Mitutoyo UCC controlls, to create CMM programs for complex three-dimensional parts for consistent, accurate and efficient inspection.
• Collaborate with other programmers, Machinists and Engineering team on manufacturing process development.
• Work closely with Quality Control Inspectors on proving out new programs to the extent of having a robust, reliable, and repeatable process.
• Create and update detailed work instructions which could include text, sketches, and photographs.
• Trouble shoot, up rev, improve and streamline existing CMM programs.
• Prepare required inspection documentation such as written descriptions of inspection results including deviations from engineering specifications.
• Maintain a clean work area ensuring strict adherence to the 5S Standards.
• Comply with established safety directives.
• Be familiar with Quality Management System requirements and follow procedures as applicable.
• Maintain accurate time keeping.
• Perform First Article (FA) inspection to validate product requirements without assistance.
• Perform or assist with internal QMS audits.
• Present hardware and documentation for source inspection review to customer and/or government representatives.
• Assist in the training of other personnel as required.
• Read and understand supplier performance data.
• Perform calibration process.
• Inspect complex machined and molded tools, fixtures, and parts using advanced measuring and layout instruments and equipment and visual and mechanical inspection methods.
• Assist Engineering with special validation requirements (prototypes, pre-production builds; all of which may have limited information).
• Work from written or verbal instructions, detailed engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Set up, load programs and run a programmable CMM.
• Participate when needed in design reviews on cross-functional teams to ensure that conformance to specification, inspect-ability, reliability, safety and quality system objectives are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A solid inspection background with minimum of 5-year related experience.
• Experience with CMM Programming using Mitutoyo.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Possess excellent communication skills which include verbal and written to interface effectively with other employees or management.
• Work with complex inspection plans and mechanical drawings (GD&T).
• Must be able to understand & follow quality processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control tools (SPC)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $40