CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Programmer in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Twin City Die Castings Company

Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour, based on experience
Location: On-site, Minneapolis Plant

Twin City Die Castings is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to support our quality and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing and optimizing CMM programs, supporting inspection activities, and serving as a technical expert for CMM programming, equipment, and metrology processes across multiple manufacturing sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with experience in Zeiss Calypso, GD&T, precision measurement, and manufacturing inspection who enjoys both hands-on and technical work.

As our CMM Programmer, you will:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize CMM programs for first article inspections (FAI), capability studies, and in-process inspections.
• Create and improve CMM measurement strategies to ensure accurate and efficient inspection results.
• Design and coordinate the development of CMM fixturing and probing solutions.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for CMM software, programs, and equipment across multiple facilities.
• Conduct First Article Inspections, capability studies, Gage R&R studies, and dimensional validation activities.
• Perform in-process inspections to support production and quality requirements.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications and provide input regarding metrology and inspection considerations.
• Interpret and apply GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Validate CMM results using surface plate equipment and other metrology methods when required.
• Train and mentor quality personnel in CMM programming and inspection techniques.
• Perform incoming inspection of purchased components and materials.
• Analyze inspection data and prepare detailed inspection reports for Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, organized work environment.
• Travel periodically to support quality and metrology activities at other company facilities.

• Associate degree, technical degree, or vocational training in a related field.
• 3+ years of CMM programming experience.
• Experience with Zeiss Calypso software.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and dimensional inspection.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to analyze technical drawings, specifications, and inspection data.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced GD&T training certification.
• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector (CMI) certification.
• CNC machining experience.
• Experience in a precision manufacturing or machining environment.

At TCDC, you'll have the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies while contributing directly to product quality and continuous improvement. As an employee-owned company, every team member has a stake in our success.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Company-funded HRA account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance

If you have experience with CMM programming, Zeiss Calypso, GD&T, quality inspection, metrology, and manufacturing environments, we'd love to hear from you. Join Twin City Die Castings and help drive quality excellence across our operations.