CMM Programmer

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

Responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and portable Romer Arm programs using PC-DMIS and CAD (Computer-aided design) solid modeling software to program as needed. Provide support to manufacturing to ensure product conformance to Graco quality requirements and engineering to assist with development of product requirements. Assist with day-to-day tasks within the quality department as needed. Monitor and record inconsistencies during quality inspection and recommend necessary changes to improve manufacturing quality. Communicate any quality issues to the appropriate internal departments.

Shift:

• 1st shift, Monday - Friday, 7am - 3pm

What You Will Do at Graco:

• CMM – Ability to create and edit programs, trouble shoot, operate CMM / Romer Arm utilizing PC-DMIS, and interpret the data generated. Maintain current programs on internal server and calibration/maintain as required.
• GD & T – Proficient in reading mechanical drawings / prints with full understanding of GD&T and its interpretation.  Work with design engineering, manufacturing engineering, and machine operators to ensure GD&T standards are correctly applied.
• CAD – Ability to import CAD model into PCDMIS software and develop related fixtures to complete CMM measurement ensemble.
• Software – Familiarity with CAD, Solid works, and Pro/E applications to develop CMM programs. Ability and willingness to learn new applications (IE Inspection pert) and / or other software packages.
• Equipment - Utilize measuring equipment such as roundness tester, optical comparators, vision systems, and other mechanical devises to assess product conformance per requirements.
• Take direction from senior persons / engineers to develop knowledge and ability to fully support inspection process (GD&T / PC DMIS programming / etc.)
• Quality improvement – Support COQ (cost of quality) reductions.
• Training – Assist inspectors, technicians, and operators in operation of the CMM and Romer Arm equipment.
• Quality Management System (QMS) – Understand and apply QMS standards and other quality-related policies to determine product conformance and support quality initiatives.
• Manufacturing support – Support manufacturing and design in resolution of day-to-day issues. Support Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the Graco quality system.
• Office administration – Maintain an organized and intuitive work environment.
• Communication – Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Interface with design engineering to support print review process / specification and tolerance development.
• Meet or exceed annual performance objectives (individual / department).

What You Will Bring to Graco:

Education/Certifications

• Two year technical degree or equivalent work experience
  • 7+ work experience and technical related certifications (IE PCDMIS)
• ASQ Certification preferred

Knowledge

• 0 - 5 years+ of quality experience within a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to produce results
• Understand / Apply / Interpret –  GD & T and print reading
• Capable of utilizing PC-DMIS to develop / edit programs (CMM / portable Romer Arm / etc).
• Experience using CAD or PRO/E
• Experience utilizing various inspection equipment to verify part quality (refer to Section II)
• Experience using basic root cause analysis techniques to identify issues and resolve concerns
• Familiarity with CAD tools, Microsoft Office, and Lotus Notes
• Basic knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with ISO:9001 Quality Systems

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to interact with personnel in a cross-functional environment
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Must be self-directed and capable of organizing workload appropriately
• Effective use of problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to work independently on projects and function effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated innovative and creative thinking ability
• Complete other duties as assigned

Work Environment (FT/PT, hours, shift, noise, etc.)

• Full Time Position
• Must be willing to periodically work within other departments and / or on other shifts if requested.

Physical Requirements 

(Lifting, dexterity, coordination, mobility, etc.). In terms of an 8-hour workday, "occasionally" means 1 to 33%, "frequently" means 34 to 66% of the time, and "continuous" means 67-100% of the time.

• In an 8-hour workday employee must be able to sit 1 hour, stand 3 hours, and walk 4 hours.
• Position requires frequent bending and stooping, occasional use of fixed or portable stairs, crouching and kneeling and reaching above the shoulder.
• Employee must occasionally lift and load up to 45 lbs. or greater.
• The position requires frequent repetitive elbow movements and simple grasping with both hands and occasional firm grasping and fine manipulation with both hands.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship). Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position. 

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation.  If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience.  In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees.  Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role.  Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.