Blatchford
Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer
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Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.
Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through innovation, science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for a CMM Programmer to join our QC Team at our brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Basingstoke. The role:
As CMM Programmer, you will proactively pursue continuous quality improvement activities, provide QC engineering/technical support as required. You will develop measurement and CMM capabilities and continually improve the qualitive and quantitative activities throughout the Quality Control Department.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Programming / operating / managing CMMs and all related tasks. Writing and proving out own programmes without supervision. Producing/interpreting and analysing CMM results Using all other company measuring equipment as part of the verification process of parts as required Liaising with all required interfaces in particular Design and Manufacturing Engineering as applicable Working on your own and as part of a team Working to time plans and priorities as agreed Carrying out investigations as required Assisting where required in quality improvement with subcontractors and suppliers Responsible for assisting in all department tasks as required Maintaining and managing company CMM programmes Assisting in the pursuit of companywide ownership and implementation of quality improvement and corrective action systems Investigating new/alternative Methods of Inspection Design tooling and fixturing as required for new and existing products Creating CAD models and drawings Reverse engineering of CMM fixtures when required Liaising with suppliers (as required) to manufacture fixtures
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As CMM Programmer, you will have the following:
Key skills and experience:
Degree or OMC/HNC equivalent Mitutoyo MCOSMOS experience Working knowledge of ISO9001, ISO13485 MS Office experience to a minimum of intermediate level Programming Video Measuring Machine (VMM) Good working knowledge of SolidWorks software Strong communicator with good interpersonal Analytical skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimum support
What can we off you?
As CMM Programmer, you will receive the following:
Benefits Competitive salary 25 days holiday – increased after service. Option to purchase additional annual leave. Pension On demand pay Health cash plan Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers Cycle to work scheme Opportunity to be part of an award-winning organisation with a culture that centres around our core values; courage, learning, integrity, collaboration, and innovation
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