JOB DESCRIPTIONFARO CMM Programmer & Inspection Engineer
Department: Quality / Metrology
Position: FARO CMM Programmer & Inspection Engineer
Experience: 3–10 Years
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Industry Preference: Automotive Components, Precision Machining, CNC Machine Shop, Aerospace Components, Engineering Manufacturing Industries
1. Job Purpose
To develop and maintain FARO CMM inspection programs, perform accurate dimensional inspection of machined components, interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements, and support quality assurance, new product development, PPAP, MSA, and continuous improvement activities.
2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. CMM Programming & Inspection
- Develop, validate, and optimize FARO CMM inspection programs for new and existing components.
- Perform dimensional inspection of machined components using FARO CMM equipment.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, technical specifications, and customer requirements.
- Generate accurate dimensional inspection reports.
- Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspection as required.
- Ensure measurement methods are appropriate for the specified tolerances and characteristics.
B. Measurement & Quality Control
- Conduct dimensional analysis and capability studies.
- Perform layout inspection and sample validation.
- Analyze measurement results and communicate deviations to Production and Quality teams.
- Support root cause analysis for dimensional non-conformities.
- Verify critical dimensions and special characteristics as per control plans and customer requirements.
C. Equipment Maintenance & Calibration
- Ensure proper operation and basic preventive maintenance of FARO CMM equipment.
- Coordinate periodic calibration and verification of CMM machines and accessories.
- Maintain probe qualification and machine accuracy records.
- Report equipment abnormalities and measurement system issues to the concerned authority.
- Ensure CMM equipment is used within its approved calibration status.
D. New Product Development Support
- Participate in APQP, PPAP, and new product development activities.
- Prepare dimensional inspection reports required for customer submissions.
- Support process validation and capability studies.
- Assist Production and Quality teams during trial and development activities.
- Provide measurement data for process improvement and product validation.
E. Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain CMM programs, inspection records, dimensional reports, and measurement data.
- Ensure proper revision control of CMM inspection programs.
- Maintain customer-specific inspection and submission documentation.
- Ensure traceability of inspection results and measurement records.
- Maintain records in accordance with the company's quality management system.
F. Quality System Compliance
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and applicable customer-specific requirements.
- Participate in internal audits, process audits, and customer audits.
- Support MSA activities, including Gauge R&R studies.
- Ensure inspection and measurement records are complete, accurate, and traceable.
G. Continuous Improvement
- Improve inspection efficiency through CMM program optimization.
- Reduce inspection cycle time while maintaining measurement accuracy.
- Identify opportunities to improve measurement methods and inspection processes.
- Support quality improvement, productivity improvement, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Contribute to reduction of measurement and dimensional inspection errors.
3. Measuring Instruments
The candidate should have practical knowledge of:
- Vernier Caliper
- Micrometer
- Height Gauge
- Bore Gauge
- Dial Indicator
- Profile Projector
- Surface Roughness Tester
- Air Gauge
- FARO CMM and associated probing systems
4. Quality Tools & Techniques
Knowledge and practical application of:
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- GD&T
- MSA / Gauge R&R
- SPC
- APQP
- PPAP
- FMEA
- Control Plan
- 7 QC Tools
- Root Cause Analysis
- 5 Why Analysis
- Fishbone / Ishikawa Analysis
- Dimensional Capability Studies
5. Qualifications
- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Additional certification or training in CMM programming, GD&T, MSA, or metrology will be an advantage.
6. Experience
- 3–10 years of relevant experience in FARO CMM operation and programming.
- Experience in machine shop, automotive components, precision engineering, CNC machining, aerospace components, or similar manufacturing industries.
- Practical experience in dimensional inspection of precision machined components is preferred.
7. Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Expertise in FARO CMM programming and dimensional inspection.
- Good understanding of machining processes, tolerances, and manufacturing methods.
- Ability to analyze dimensional inspection results.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP, and quality documentation.
- Proficiency in MS Office and preparation of inspection reports.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Customer teams.
8. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance shall be evaluated based on:
- Accuracy and reliability of CMM inspection reports.
- Timely completion of inspection activities.
- CMM machine uptime and utilization.
- On-time PPAP and customer submission support.
- Reduction in dimensional inspection errors.
- Compliance with quality system and audit requirements.
- Accuracy and effectiveness of CMM programs.
- Improvement in measurement system capability.
- Reduction in inspection cycle time.
- Proper maintenance and revision control of CMM programs and records.
9. Authority
The FARO CMM Programmer & Inspection Engineer is authorized, within defined company procedures and limits, to:
- Accept or reject components based on dimensional inspection results.
- Recommend corrective and preventive actions for dimensional non-conformities.
- Hold or stop production release when critical dimensions fail to meet approved specifications.
- Approve dimensional inspection reports within authorized limits.
- Recommend re-inspection or additional measurement when results are doubtful or inconsistent.
- Escalate critical quality issues to the Quality Manager / Department Head.
10. Key Interfaces
The position shall coordinate with:
- Production Department
- Quality Assurance / Quality Control
- Production Engineering
- Tool Room / Maintenance
- New Product Development
- Purchase / Supplier Quality
- Customer Quality Teams
11. Preferred Industry
- Automotive Components
- Precision Machining
- CNC Machine Shop
- Aerospace Components
- Engineering Manufacturing Industries
- Precision Engineering Components
12. General Responsibilities
- Follow company policies, procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality of customer drawings, inspection programs, and technical information.
- Ensure proper housekeeping and 5S in the metrology/CMM area.
- Maintain accurate and traceable inspection records.
- Immediately report quality, equipment, calibration, or measurement-related issues to the concerned authority.
- Perform any other quality/metrology-related duties assigned by the Department Head.
Contact for Recruitment
Conduct Number: 90871 54800 / 96552 31567
Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
