CMM Programmer

About the Role :

The CMM Programmer supports Exalta's Bethlehem manufacturing site by developing, optimizing, and maintaining inspection programs for Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to ensure products meet engineering requirements, customer specifications, and medical device quality expectations. This role translates engineering drawings and GD&T into robust, repeatable inspection routines using Hexagon PC-DMIS, enabling accurate measurement for incoming, in-process, first article, and final inspection. The CMM Programmer works closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Machining to improve inspection throughput, strengthen measurement capability, and support continuous improvement-helping ensure product performance, compliance, and patient safety.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma / GED required; Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in metrology / manufacturing preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience programming and operating CMMs in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency using Hexagon PC-DMIS (program creation, editing, prove-out, reporting).
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret prints and technical specifications.
• Experience measuring complex prismatic parts and / or freeform features with repeatable results.
• Comfortable working in a production environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with Quality, Engineering, and Machining.

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Skills :

The ideal candidate is proficient in PC-DMIS programming and troubleshooting, with a strong ability to apply GD&T (including datums, profile, position, and flatness) to real-world inspection scenarios. They can develop effective inspection strategies that emphasize repeatability and consistent results, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and documentation discipline. This role also requires structured problem-solving skills, strong cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams, and the ability to manage time effectively to execute inspections and programming work under production-driven deadlines.

M-F, 8am-4 : 30pm. 30-minute lunch. Potential for 7am start time. Possibility for extra shift on weekend based on business needs.

8 hours per day excluding breaks.