CMM programmer

Job description

CMM Programmer / Faro Operator – Defence Manufacturing

Stockport | Permanent | Quality Inspection

A globally recognised defence manufacturer in Stockport is looking for a CMM Programmer / Faro Operator to join its Quality team on a permanent basis.

This is a specialist, hands-on metrology role working on precision piece parts and assemblies in a quality-critical defence environment. You’ll be at the centre of dimensional inspection activity — supporting production and final inspection, working to demanding engineering standards and ensuring components meet specification first time.

The Role

• Carrying out mechanical inspection and alignment of precision assemblies and components produced in-house and by suppliers

• Setting up and operating metrology equipment including conventional CMMs and portable articulating arms such as Faro

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to correctly set up parts and assemblies for measurement

• Applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standards throughout

• Working with engineering teams to understand design intent and support quality decisions

• Clearly reporting measurement results to relevant stakeholders

• Providing proactive quality support and judgement to production teams

• Supporting and organising dimensional PPAP documentation through to customer approval

• Reviewing historical measurement data to determine appropriate calibration intervals

• Supporting physical inspection activities including assembly, PDI and FAT where required

• Occasionally supporting inspection activity at customer sites

• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment in line with EHS and quality procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Degree, HND, HNC or significant experience within an engineering environment

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Faro and/or CMM equipment

• Experience with metrology software such as PolyWorks, Calypso or CAM2 Measure 10

• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of measurement accuracy

• Good IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• Able to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively

• Proactive, team-focused with strong problem-solving ability

• Experience within heavy fabrication is beneficial

• ERP or quality management system experience is advantageous

• Knowledge of ISO 9001/AQAP quality standards is desirable

• Understanding of quality assurance and non-conformance reporting is a bonus

• Full driving licence desirable

What’s on Offer

• Permanent role with a major defence engineering manufacturer

• Specialist position within a quality and dimensional inspection environment

• Hands-on work with Faro, CMM and advanced metrology equipment

• Exposure to precision defence manufacturing and complex engineering assemblies

• Opportunity to support both production and customer-site inspection activities

A permanent opportunity for an experienced dimensional inspector, CMM professional or Faro operator who wants to apply their skills on precision components and assemblies in a genuinely quality-critical engineering environment.

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