ZEISS CMM PROGRAMMER 2nd Shift

Elk Grove Village, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 36

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Since 1948 Acme Industries has been a trusted provider of high-quality precision manufacturing for

aerospace defense power generation mining and more.

Explore our work at and join us in a career with our dynamic team.

Immediate benefits: Medical Dental Vision HSA Flexible Spending Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability.

The Position:

We are seeking an experienced Zeiss CMM Programmer to support our aerospace and defense machining operations. This role is responsible for developing validating and maintaining CMM inspection programs for high-precision components manufactured from complex castings and forgings. The position collaborates closely with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure dimensional accuracy and full compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.

Job Duties:

Program and optimize Zeiss CMMs using Calypso software.
Interpret 3D CAD models engineering drawings and GD&T to create effective measurement strategies.
Lead and document First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements.
Generate and analyze detailed dimensional reports using Calypso and reporting tools such as PiWeb/QDAS/QC-CALC.
Support dimensional troubleshooting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Maintain and validate inspection programs for repeatability accuracy and process stability.
Conduct and support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce quality inspections through improved capability.

The Right Person/What we need from you:

Associates or Bachelors degree in a technical field preferred or equivalent hands-on experience.
5years of experience programming CMMs (Zeiss preferred) in an aerospace or precision machining environment.
Expert-level understanding of Calypso software GD&T and AS9102 documentation.
Experience inspecting machined castings and forgings to tight tolerances.
Strong ability to interpret complex CAD data (SolidWorks STP IGES)
Proven teamwork and effective communication skills across Quality Engineering and Production.

What you get from us:

*We offer immediate health benefits (1st Day of Employment): medical dental and vision insurance

*FREE short-term and long-term disability and life insurance starting from 1st day of employment

*401k with company match

*Paid vacation sick time and holidays

*Employee assistance program

*Tuition assistance

*Gain sharing bonuses

*Clean and safe manufacturing facility

*Weekly paychecks

*10% 2nd Shift differential (in addition to hourly rate)

*Quarterly Food/Treats (Food Truck Ice Cream etc.)

All About Acme:

Acme Industries is an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 D certified successful manufacturing/machining organization working with top-notch business since 1948 and serving markets such as transportation aerospace defense mining and energy. Our customers choose Acme Industries to act as their manufacturing partner because of our superior ability to optimize the supply chain and provide technical support for machined parts assemblies and components. Acmes team of experts works with every customer to develop creative solutions for their particular manufacturing challenge.

We love to see our employees smiles. Whether it is from our fun employee giveaways raffles company treats special holiday treats or the rewarding feeling of participating in our philanthropy projects. Acme wants you to enjoy your job here and feel appreciated. Come be a part of our awesome team!

Acme Industries is a great place to work. Our preferred method is to complete an application on our website: Experience:

Since 1948 Acme Industries has been a trusted provider of high-quality precision manufacturing for aerospace defense power generation mining and more.Explore our work at and join us in a career with our dynamic team.Immediate benefits: Medical Dental Vision HSA Flexible Spending Life Insurance Shor...