CMM Programmer | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring dimensional accuracy? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced CMM Programmers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Traverse City region seeking CMM Programmers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CMM programs for part inspection and measurement.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and CAD models to create inspection plans.
• Perform first-article inspections, in-process checks, and final product verifications using CMMs.
• Troubleshoot CMM programs and equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to optimize inspection processes and resolve non-conformances.
• Maintain and calibrate CMM equipment, ensuring adherence to quality standards and procedures.
• Document inspection results, generate reports, and analyze data to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in PC-DMIS software for CMM programming.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application.
• Experience with various CMM hardware platforms and controllers.
• Ability to interpret engineering blueprints and 3D CAD models.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and optimizing CMM programs for complex parts.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

CMM Programmer, CMM Programmer Analyst, Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer, Metrology Programmer, Quality Inspector CMM, CMM Programmer Technician, CNC CMM Programmer, Quality Control CMM Programmer, Manufacturing CMM Programmer, Senior CMM Programmer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.