How to hire an cmm programmer

How to hire an cmm programmer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step cmm programmer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an cmm programmer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cmm programmer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the cmm programmer you need to hire. Certain cmm programmer roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an cmm programmer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an cmm programmer that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of cmm programmers.

   Type of CMM Programmer	Description	Hourly rate
   CMM Programmer	Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly. They turn the program designs created by software developers and engineers into instructions that a computer can follow.	$25-53
   Sap/Abap Developer	An SAP/ABAP developer is responsible for designing and creating software programs and applications through the SAP and ABAP programming codes. They conduct multiple diagnostic tests for newly-created and existing applications to ensure adherence to quality standards and requirements... Show more	$37-65
   Mainframe Developer	A mainframe developer specializes in designing and developing information technology systems. Their responsibilities include performing system installations and modifications, creating test structures, gathering and analyzing data, conducting risk assessments, providing support for project requirements, and implementing plans such as disaster recovery and interface layout... Show more	$33-56

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • GD
   • Coordinate Measuring Machine
   • Calipers
   • CNC
   • Part Inspection
   • Aerospace
   • Hand Tools
   • Metrology
   • R
   • Engineering Drawings
   • ISO
   • PPAP
   • Polyworks
   • Article Inspection

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop different VBA macro tools to automate reporting and assure information accuracy, overlapping avoidance and management control.
   • Utilize ISO, ANSI standards.
   • Use mini tablet, polyworks, and create spc charts in excel.
   • Surface plate inspection to complete and help operators on the floor run CNC machines.
   • Enter the entire product into vehicle coordinates for completion of PPAP to MSA and ISO certification standards.
   • Inspect various assembly fixtures, jigs, & master tooling using current optic techniques & standard measurement equipment.

   More cmm programmer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your cmm programmer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An cmm programmer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, cmm programmers' average salary in hawaii is 39% less than in connecticut.
   • Seniority. Entry-level cmm programmers 53% less than senior-level cmm programmers.
   • Certifications. An cmm programmer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an cmm programmer's salary.

   Average cmm programmer salary

   $76,784yearly

   $36.92 hourly rate

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   Entry-level cmm programmer salary

   $52,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average cmm programmer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$99,865	$48
   2	Connecticut	$98,904	$48
   3	New York	$98,726	$47
   4	Massachusetts	$96,669	$46
   5	Ohio	$86,893	$42
   6	Pennsylvania	$86,144	$41
   7	North Carolina	$84,150	$40
   8	Michigan	$83,124	$40
   9	Georgia	$82,041	$39
   10	District of Columbia	$81,973	$39
   11	South Carolina	$81,189	$39
   12	Colorado	$80,452	$39
   13	Kansas	$79,326	$38
   14	Illinois	$77,314	$37
   15	Maryland	$76,355	$37
   16	Kentucky	$75,330	$36
   17	Florida	$71,619	$34
   18	Minnesota	$66,142	$32
   19	Missouri	$64,465	$31

   Average cmm programmer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Joby Aviation	$107,049	$51.47
   2	Wabtec Corporation	$97,174	$46.72
   3	General Electric	$95,577	$45.95	13
   4	Tesla	$95,104	$45.72
   5	Toyota Financial Svc	$91,095	$43.80
   6	CyberCoders	$90,091	$43.31
   7	Elbit Systems of America	$89,751	$43.15
   8	TASER Self-Defense	$89,612	$43.08
   9	John Deere	$89,533	$43.04
   10	Colfax Corporation	$88,889	$42.74
   11	American Axle & Manufacturing	$88,761	$42.67	1
   12	rms	$87,774	$42.20
   13	Moog	$87,592	$42.11	3
   14	ICONMA	$86,605	$41.64
   15	The Aerospace Corporation	$86,495	$41.58	2
   16	PEAK Technical Staffing USA	$86,417	$41.55
   17	Eaton	$86,311	$41.50	2
   18	Structure Medical	$86,208	$41.45
   19	Goodwin Recruiting	$86,098	$41.39	1
   20	Benchmark Electronics	$85,990	$41.34	1

4. Writing an cmm programmer job description

   An cmm programmer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an cmm programmer job description:

   Cmm programmer job description example

   Hartzell Propeller is the leading manufacturer of aircraft propeller systems for general aviation, supplying propeller systems for aircraft manufacturers and modifiers around the world. We are a small, team-oriented company where individual contributions are encouraged and recognized. We are located in Piqua, Ohio, approximately 25 miles north of Dayton – the birthplace of aviation. Piqua is a community of 22,000, which offers a friendly,

   small-town atmosphere yet is still an easy drive to Dayton, Columbus and Cincinnati.

   
   

   Key Responsibilities

   Hartzell Propeller Inc. seeks a CMM Programmer for current products and new product development utilizing Pc-DMIS software to ensure parts meet quality specifications.

   
   

   Key Deliverables of the Position

   1) Create CMM programs that meet print requirements

   2) Maintain schedule for CMM programs to correspond with production requirements

   3) Verify CMM programs are accurate and repeatable

   
   

   Examples of Daily Activities

   1) Program off-line with CAD models

   2) On-line programming with and without CAD models

   3) Maintain and update existing CMM programs

   4) Troubleshoot inspection problems on production floor

   5) Partner with the CNC programmers to create manufacturing processes

   6) Support training of the CMM operator

   7) Coordinate service, support and new equipment from CMM vendors

   8) Manual verification of CMM programs

   Requirements:

   Required Education and Experience

   Qualified candidate should have five (5) years of experience in inspection/quality and 1-3 years of CMM programming experience, preferably PC-DMIS.

   
   

   Required Technical Competencies

   1) CMM programming experience utilizing PC-DMIS

   2) Excellent blueprint reading skills

   3) Understanding of GD&T

   4) Proficient computer skills (MS-Office)

   5) Excellent written and verbal communication skills

   
   

   Desired Technical Competencies

   1) Experience with Solid Works software

   2) Experience with mechanical inspection

   3) Experience with inspection planning

   4) Strong math skills (geometry, trigonometry, algebra)

   5) Experience with point clouds and Inspections Arms

   
   

   Required Behavioral Competencies

   1) Continuous Learning - Demonstrated ability to learn continuously and apply newly gained knowledge and skill on the job

   2) Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

   3) Decision Making – Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions,

   4) Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive

   5) Manages Work – Effectively manages one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently

   6) Quality Orientation – Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks; is watchful over a period of time

   
   

   Salary Expectations

   · Competitive compensation & benefits package

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find cmm programmers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your cmm programmer job on Zippia to find and recruit cmm programmer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting cmm programmers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview cmm programmer candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cmm programmer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the cmm programmer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new cmm programmer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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