Quality Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator)

Quality Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator)

Quality Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator)

Location: Troy, IN, United States

Job Family : Quality

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jul 15, 2025

Job ID: 58139

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator)

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY

The CMM Operator is responsible for the operation of the coordinate measuring machine with PC-DMIS (CAD++) software and Measure Max. The CMM Operator must understand GD&T. This position is responsible for performing layouts, first articles, and in-process inspections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs maintenance of production machinery and test equipment, solving problems that are atypical in nature.

Assesses when changes or repairs need to be made to fixtures and tools.

Perform CMM layouts and inspections where actual results are compared with customer requirements and specifications.

Record results on appropriate forms and documentation.

Performs and maintains inspection data or special capabilities studies; interprets and effectively communicates results and recommends required adjustments to tooling.

Operate measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM.

Perform production inspection on in-process parts; relate all information and non-conformances to appropriate personnel.

Perform as a lead in mentoring new hires.

Collaborates with supplier representatives in inspection results and statistical tools to improve process performance.

Support product/process transfers to appropriate other facilities.

Validates blueprints by interacting with design engineers

Customer communications.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A secondary certificate/high school diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations. Vocational training, apprenticeships, or the equivalent experience in a related field. Prefer a minimum of 1 year in general manufacturing experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Prefer Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9000 requirements.

Prefer Extensive metrology and GD&T skills. Expect statistical knowledge and background with hands-on experience with analytical methods.

Problem-solving, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work weekends, variable schedule(s), and additional hours as necessary.

Prefer Skilled in the setup and operation of automatic or semiautomatic machines

Math skills and high attention to detail

Prefer ability to understand complex instructions, including schematics blueprints, schematics, models, or specifications

Able to apply an analytical approach to problem-solving

Capable of providing solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures.

Effective oral and written communication

Ability to learn basic CMM programming.

TYPICAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS - HOURLY

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate equipment and talk or hear. Additionally, the ability to use foot pedals for powered equipment. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk along with pushing, pulling, and lifting items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distant visual acuity with the ability to see color if welding stainless. Also expected of the employee is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.