CMM Programmer & Quality Inspector III

CMM Programmer & Quality Inspector III

Location: Auburn, Washington

Type: Non-exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour

Manufacturing Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan, Tessera will match 0.5% for every 1% up to 6% after 90-days of employment. Funds are subject to vesting.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is seeking a CMM Programmer & Quality Inspector III to join their team! As a CMM Programmer & Quality Inspector III you'll perform advanced dimensional and visual inspections to verify that products meet customer, engineering, and regulatory requirements. This role oversees the programming and operation of the CMM machine to exact plans, tolerances and dimensions. Furthermore, the role conducts complex inspections using CMMs and other precision measurement equipment, interprets engineering drawings and GD&T, supports first article inspections and root cause investigations. The role serves as a technical resource to production while mentoring and supporting fellow quality inspectors.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Create CMM programs, set up and establish inspection requirements based on design and engineering requirements using 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Set up, test, and operate CMM to perform ensure inspections are performed as needed.
• Create CMM programs for inspection and provide technical support to facility personnel.
• Provide most efficient order and flow of inspection procedures within each operation to satisfy dimensional, surface-finish, and time requirements.
• Maintain CMM related equipment and all relevant quality documentation related to the position.
• Analyze dimensional results of prove-outs and effectively correct discrepancies.
• Under limited supervision, must be able to do first time-run-through of own program in an accurate and timely manner to ensure proper documentation and set up information for repeat runs.
• Test and modify existing parts programs for efficiency.
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding of quality systems, development, documentation, and implementation.
• Properly fill in specified data fields for ERP systems to generate information accurately.
• Assist with complex setups and various machining operations as required.
• Support AS9100 audits and ensure compliance with established standards.
• Answer audit questions involving procedures relating to Programming CMM as defined in the Quality Management Systems manual.
• Provide input in team activities that encompass quality and manufacturing producibility.
• Represent a professional, technologically competent point-of-contact (POC) to external customer perception.
• Integrate new technology advances when appropriate.
• CMM Inspection
• Operates CMM to exacting plans and dimensions.
• Ensure work is clean and complete to specifications. Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Follow process specifications, travelers, drawings, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, work instructions, relevant process controls, and verbal/written instructions.
• Reads drawings or examines existing machine parts to determine fix type and dimensions of material or other equipment required for CMM machined part processes.
• Review supplied data and plans to ensure manufacturing-related requirements are met.
• May perform incoming, in-process and final dimensional inspection using precision equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gages, sine plates to ensure product conformance.
• Utilize machine measuring tools such as height gauge, micrometer, calipers, dial indicators, etc.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and standards.
• Preserve equipment with an emphasis on preventative maintenance requirements.
• Actively observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Perform and record First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 and/or customer requirements.
• Generate non-conformance reports.
• Assist with training and provide guidance for team members.
• Provide input in team activities that encompass quality and manufacturing producibility.
• Support AS9100 audits and ensure compliance with established standards.
• Work from and follow process specifications, work orders, blueprints, schedules, schematics, layout & modification sheets, engineering orders and verbal/written instruction.
• Communicate with personnel at all levels to problem-solve, instruct, and make improvements on the shop floor.
• Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Teams on nonconformance investigations and corrective actions.
• Use various computer and office equipment and move throughout the office and manufacturing area in order to talk/hear or otherwise communicate with employees, management, customers, vendors, and others.
• Conduct process/product audits.
• Assist Estimating, Planning, Programming, and Manufacturing in special projects as appropriate.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the plant floor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent is required
• At least 8 years of previous experience in CMM programming and operation experience is required
• Experience in Aerospace and Commercial Manufacturing is required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

Date Posted: 07/07/2026

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