CMM Programmer

Andover, Hampshire Competitive Salary DOE Permanent | Full Time

A leading precision engineering manufacturer based in Andover is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to join its quality and inspection team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented inspection professional with strong metrology experience to work within a modern manufacturing environment producing high-precision components for demanding industries. You'll play a key role in ensuring quality standards are met and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

The Role
As a CMM Programmer, you will be responsible for programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), carrying out inspections of complex machined components, and ensuring compliance with customer specifications and quality requirements.

A strong working knowledge of PC-DMIS software is essential.

Key Responsibilities
- Program and operate CMM machines using PC-DMIS.
- Create, edit, and optimise inspection programmes.
- Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections.
- Inspect high-precision machined components to customer and engineering specifications.
- Interpret engineering drawings, dimensions, and GD&T.
- Complete inspection reports and quality documentation accurately.
- Use a range of manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges, and height gauges.
- Support root cause investigations and quality improvement activities.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve non-conformances.
- Maintain accurate quality records and support compliance with quality procedures.

Requirements

Essential:
- Proven experience programming and operating CMM machines.
- Strong experience using PC-DMIS software.
- Excellent understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Experience inspecting precision-engineered or machined components.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing quality standards and inspection techniques.
- Competent using manual measuring equipment.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Desirable
- Experience within precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Background in automotive, motorsport, defence, aerospace, or medical manufacturing.
- Exposure to quality engineering and continuous improvement activities.
- Relevant engineering or quality qualifications.

What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Free onsite parking.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive and modern working environment.
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-precision projects.
- Overtime opportunities available following successful completion of probation.

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30 - Friday: 08:00 - 15:30

If you're an experienced CMM Programmer with PC-DMIS experience looking to join a growing precision engineering business where quality and precision are at the heart of everything they do, we'd love to hear from you.