Quality Programmer III

QUALITY PROGRAMMER III

JOB SUMMARY

A Quality Programmer III is the highest-level technical expert within the digital inspection team. This role is responsible for developing and approving complex inspection strategies, leading technical reviews, and mentoring junior programmers. Quality Programmer IIIs support cross-functional quality efforts by collaborating with engineers, machinists, and leadership to ensure inspection methods align with overall quality objectives. They serve as the primary resource for advanced programming challenges, inspection tool optimization, and the refinement of inspection strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, approves, and leads implementation of advanced inspection strategies across various tools and part geometries.
• Mentors and supports Quality Programmer I and II team members through informal coaching, training, and technical reviews.
• Provides input on selecting and evaluating inspection technologies, equipment, and software.
• Reviews balloon drawings, inspection documentation, and program outputs to ensure customer and internal standards compliance.
• Collaborates with Quality Engineers, machinists, and other departments to resolve complex inspection or quality issues.
• Assists in integrating inspection planning into broader quality and production strategies.
• Maintains ownership of assigned inspection workstations and ensures tool accuracy and readiness.
• Supports (minimally) continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, accuracy, and documentation enhancements.

The above list reflects the general details describing the position's principles and essential functions. It shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced experience in digital inspection methods and software platforms (CMM, laser scanner, laser tracker, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead inspection strategy development and provide technical guidance across teams.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to mentoring and knowledge-sharing.
• Attention to detail, precision, and proactive problem-solving.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience in digital inspection, quality, or manufacturing roles.
• Exposure to multi-tool integration and process optimization.
• Experience supporting quality investigations and strategic inspections with engineering and management teams.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

To perform the essential functions of this job successfully, an employee must meet the physical and mental demands described here. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Exert 1 to 25 pounds of force 5% of the time.
• Exert 26 to 50 pounds of force 5% of the time.
• Exert 50-plus pounds of force 5% of the time.
• Ability to read machine dial gauges, blueprints, precision measuring instruments, and computer screens.
• Read English and understand sketches, routings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Communicate effectively with employees.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Indoor shop-based position.
• Moderate noise levels from operating machines.
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• Machining fumes, dust, and mist.
• Skin exposed to oils and cutting fluids.

Compensation details: 26-40 Hourly Wage

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• United States

Expérience professionnelle

• QA

Compétences linguistiques

• English