Who You Are
The CMM Programmer is in the Component Manufacturing Department and responsible for inspection of FANUC parts to ensure conformance to engineering specifications. Provide inspection reports to communicate qualitative and quantitative results with engineering. Engaged in technical discussions about metrology methods employed and the corresponding results. Process detailed nonconformance reports to return material to vendors for issue resolution.
How It’s Done
- Champion a first article inspection process to achieve quality group KPI measures.
- Conduct part inspection through a receiving inspection process.
- Conduct full layout inspection of parts submitted through a first article inspection process.
- Create CMM programs and reports for complex parts.
- Develop and modify CMM measurement programs based on engineering drawings and specifications.
- Verify that measurement programs consistently meet quality control standards and tolerances by reviewing CMM reports for accurate tolerancing and positional references.
- Create efficient measurement strategies that optimize accuracy while reducing cycle times.
- Process material nonconformance reports and determine disposition of material according to defined procedures.
- Collaborate across teams to solve problem incidents and resolve programming, manufacturing issues, or discrepancies in measurement results.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of measurement programs and procedures.
- Collect and control inspection documentation and report measurement data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of programming tasks.
- Support the gauge calibration process to ensure tools are within their calibration period.
- Stay updated on innovative technologies, tools, and techniques in metrology to enhance programming practices.
What You Need
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of five years’ CMM Programming; hands on in quality assurance
- Able to lift and handle parts up to and exceeding 50lbs
- Prior machinist/machine tool builder or assembler experience
- Experience leading/interfacing with teams and multiple department collaboration
- Strong knowledge of CMM operation and programming, including both contact and non-contact types
- Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation
- Knowledge of calibration processes to ensure measuring equipment accuracy
- Attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy in programming and measurement
- Problem-solving skills to effectively troubleshoot programming issues
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and train others
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
What Would Be Even Better
- Proficient programming with Modus, Polywork and Verisurf CMM software applications
- Proficient with all aspects of inspection including GD&T and CMM programming in a related industry
- Associates degree or Certifications in CMM Programming, Quality or Metrology
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Certificate
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America, we are driven by a deep respect for our people and a commitment to building a workplace dedicated to integrity and excellence. We believe that great careers are built through opportunity, growth, and collaboration—and we’re excited to invite talented individuals like you to explore what’s possible with us.
Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of five years' CMM programming; hands-on in quality assurance
- Able to lift and handle parts up to and exceeding 50lbs
- Prior machinist, machine tool builder, or assembler experience
- Experience leading/interfacing with teams and cross-department collaboration
- Strong knowledge of CMM operation and programming, including contact and non-contact types
- Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation
- Knowledge of calibration processes to ensure measuring equipment accuracy
- Attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy in programming and measurement
- Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot programming issues
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and train others
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
- Proficient programming with Modus, Polywork and Verisurf CMM software applications
- Proficient with GD&T and CMM programming in a related industry
- Associates degree or certifications in CMM Programming, Quality or Metrology
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Certificate
FANUC America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FANUC America and has not been reviewed or approved by FANUC America.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision insurance along with disability and life insurance. A wellness program is also described as part of the health-and-wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings program as part of the core package. Broader retirement supports such as pension and retirement allowance plans are also highlighted at the parent-company level as part of employee welfare initiatives.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid holidays are included as standard time-off benefits. Time off is also associated with positive work/life balance in at least one role-specific account.
FANUC America Insights
What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
