We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
The Senior CMM Programmer is responsible for creating, editing and running coordinate measurement machine (CMM) programs to facilitate the parts inspection process for our internal customers. This position also reviews all requests for parts to be measured on the CMM and assigns them to appropriate CMM programmers and operators as required. Other responsibilities include training and mentoring new CMM operators, CMM programmers and Inspectors as determined by their manager. Additionally, this role drives data collection, reporting and analysis and reviews data collected by others when requested.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspect samples
- Lead Advanced Gauge R&R studies
- Lead employee quality training programs and communications
- Train and mentor lab personnel on advanced programming techniques for the CMM
- Inspect samples per documented specifications and record inspection results
- Program and operate motorized bridge and portable CMMs (Romer Arm, Faro Arm, etc)
- Develop inspection procedures to measure engineering requirements
- Coordinate the flow of inspection samples based on priority
- Analyze data to determine trends in inspection history
- Perform inspections using mechanical gauging as required
- Addressing Non-Conformance
- Identify and contain nonconforming material
- Create and communicate Nonconforming Material Reports
- Identify complex Corrective Action Opportunities
- Identify and communicate Engineering Change Request (ECR) opportunities
- Identify appropriate gauging needed to measure engineering drawing requirements
- Visually identify inspection sample status
- Assist in cost reduction opportunities and design change suggestions
- Support department initiatives
- Investigate, document and resolve issues related to the CMM
- Identify quality improvements, cost reduction opportunities, and design change suggestions
- Support cross functional team projects
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
- 5 years of experience operating and independently creating CMM programs and utilizing mechanical gaging
- 5 years of experience working with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Preferred Qualifications:
- PC-DMIS software experience
- ASQ Quality Certification
- Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong analytical skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to train others and modify training to accommodate learning preferences
- Demonstrated ability to interpret drawing specifications
- Demonstrated ability to interpret GD&T principles
- Experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
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Great Reasons to work for Generac:
- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
- Many employee activities
- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
- Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
- Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
- Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
- Product loan and discount programs
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”