CMM Programmer

Job Number: 68620 
Group: Cosma International 
Division: P&F TOOL & DIE - BLD1 
Job Type: Permanent/Regular 
Location: CONCORD 
Work Style: 

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

About the Role

The CMM Programmer performs CMM programming, fixture calibration, part layouts and system support for QA and other departments as required. 

Your Responsibilities

 

• Program CMM to measure components, summarize and report data.
• Compare recorded measurements to blueprint dimensions and tolerances and escalate any discrepancies.
• Perform studies on parts and assemblies using the CMM.
• Blues and scribe parts, generate CAD from scan data, provide tooling sketches for fixtures and perform part layouts.
• Program CMM to calibrate fixtures and maintain fixture calibration database.
• Certify inspection equipment and all engineering changes. Update fixture database and inspection program.
• Create reports and work with Engineering for parts improvement.
• Perform correlation studies for Perceptron.
• Work with multiple departments for measurement of parts to meet customer requirements.
• Participate in PPAP team and related activities (PSO etc.) for assigned elements, including laboratory and dimensional related requirement.
• Maintain document control for control cards and control limits for variable readings based on process capability for assembly and component KCC.
• Champion assigned dimensional projects and studies.
• Review data, verify and complete reports and communicate to customer contact via e-mail, uploads in internet applications, etc.
• Perform internal calibration of assigned gages and complete record in Gage tracking system, including entering new item, documenting calibration procedure etc.
• Provide support to all departments for quality or dimensionally related issues, including opening CR in the system, participate in containment when needed.
• Take initiative to follow through on completion of tasks/projects.
• Back-up coverage for Quality Inspector when needed by department.
• Back-up coverage for weld penetration testing when needed by department.
• Maintain Lab scope up to date.
• Participate in PFMEA, CP, Control Card &Work Guidance development.
• Maintain assigned document control for PFMEA, CP, Control Card and Work Guidance and other documents controlled by QA department.
• Maintain assigned advanced and master part number list and follow-up on assigned updates 9fixtures, cards, instructions) for implementation of engineering changes up to on time submission of PPAP documentation to customer.
• Maintain an open issues list and meet with leadership to assess status.
• Participate in employee suggestion program and 5S initiatives.
• Sustain 5S in assigned area within department.
• Perform part layout using a height gauge when required.
• Other duties as required.

Who we are looking for

Your preferred qualifications

 

• Post-secondary education or equivalent.
• Strong technical background and experience in Metrology protocols, measuring equipment, GD&T, SPC, GR&R, fixtures and CAD.
• Minimum 5 years CMM programming and operating experience preferred.
• Strong background and experience in Automotive Manufacturing and Quality Assurance.
• Ability to inspect and measure parts for conformance using precision instruments (i.e. CMM, Optical Comparator, Height Gauge, Micrometers, Thread Gauges, Fixtures, Microscopes, etc.).
• Experience with QS/IATF Quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Solid understanding of applicable IATF16949 quality system requirements, including APQP, FMEA, PPAP manual, and auditing procedures.
• Up to date knowledge of applicable internal procedures and work instructions including referenced customer specific requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of operating and programming all CMMs types and other laboratory and measuring equipment (PCDMIS Software).
• Advanced knowledge of MSA AIAG manuals to champion control and improvement of existing processes for PPAP submission.
• Knowledge of computer applications (MS Office, Auto CAD) including control of change, document control, backup control.
• Knowledge of print reading of drawings with tolerances is preferred.
• Knowledge of Basic Dimensional Measurement Tools is required.
• Must possess good mathematical skills. Experience in geometry and trigonometry an asset.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.