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This position will provide primary programming and inspection, CMM training and GD&T guidance. The scope of the position will support product development, manufacturing process design development, as well as help establish gaging methods and metrology needs. In addition, the role will include responsibilities for supporting NPD PPAP activity, updates and modifications to existing parts, processes and new programs.\nThe ideal candidate will have a higher level of knowledge and experience, and would take on a mentoring role to less experienced engineers to develop the team and support business needs.\nRuger’s manufacturing philosophy is integrated CNC single piece flow value streams, much like the automotive manufacturing industry. 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help resolve critical issues in support of FMEA alignment.\nSupport statistical analysis, process capability studies, and root cause investigations.\nPerform complete inspection of manufactured or supplier purchased parts as required for all critical dimensions and characteristics. \nWork collaboratively with Quality to complete First Article Inspection as required for new or modified components to confirm product and process design requirements.\nDevelop and establish data analytics for all CMM’s and Equators utilizing DataPage+, QDAS, Minitab or Excel.\nIdeal Candidate Profile\nKnowledge of quality systems and gauging methods utilizing GD&T to assure gage control mimics design expectations through fundamental work holding and processing to create a smooth transition from Raw-to-Final product.\nSupports with strong organizational and problem solving/analysis skills utilizing 5 why / 8D / 6-Sigma.\nDemonstrated communication proficiency with all levels of the organization.\nAbility to gather, analyze and provide clear summarized measurement data in support of program needs.\nMust demonstrate technical capacity, thoroughness, and good time management skills.\nAbility to teach and share experiences with teams and leadership through effective communication.\nA team player who knows how to lead, follow and sometimes just listen.\nMust be capable of working independently with little supervision.\nRequired Education and Experience\nFour-year Engineering Degree: Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial preferred or significant job experience in lieu of a degree\nMinimum of 5 years experience in CMM programming using PC-DMIS / Modus Software\nStrong data management computer skills - 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