Mainly for the OG's

Just curious...

If you are willing, I'd like to get an idea on something. I am wondering what the CMM Programmer pay range is nowadays. People who are willing, what is your location, pay and experience? I am nearly finished with an Engineering degree and just want to be sure I want to stay a CMM Programmer or move into an Engineering type role...

Thank you everyone in advance!

KronkGitBasher over 2 years ago in reply to KronkGitBasher

I'm in the Detroit area but, I've been down that way a few times. I've gone to Indy for conventions and a few sports events and Muncie a few times. Nice area except downtown Indy is a nightmare when there are conventions going on.
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Schlag over 2 years ago

Not to pi$$ and moan to much.... 25 years in manufacturing, medical , extrusion. Y14.5 certification...... I could start as a plumber apprentice and make more or equal....
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bclark29 over 2 years ago in reply to KronkGitBasher

Nice... do you do Auto or Medical?
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KronkGitBasher over 2 years ago in reply to KronkGitBasher

I was doing automotive. Now I do military. Which was also a shift from forging with a small amount of machining to all machining.
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bclark29 over 2 years ago in reply to Schlag

Whereabouts are you located?
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Paperback Rocker over 2 years ago

Many CMM jobs ask for a STEM degree, which most people don't have.

If you have one, you should be able to command top dollar.

Large companies pay best in my experience.
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cheesiechanman over 2 years ago in reply to DAN_M

4 hours from Ft. Wayne here. Where is the meet up spot and when is the wedding?
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Schlag over 2 years ago in reply to Schlag

Small town West Central Minnesooootahhhh. Probably make double if I was in Msp/St.Paul ( or any large market ). That being said, I have 5.5 mile commute with 2 stops sign and a yield sign.
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cheesiechanman over 2 years ago

I'm in Southern Indiana. Been programming for 6 years with pretty proficient plate skills. Sitting at about $35 an hour right now (salary). My best results as far as pay goes and opportunities came from a T1 supplier. I am currently sitting in a spot to take over the metrology lab and PPAP coordinator position. As of last week I stepped into the supplier quality role along with my programming responsibilities. (haven't seen a pay raise yet but it is coming.) I have a high school diploma and that's it.

So as a programmer and with good quality background and problem solving skills you can climb the ladder.
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KronkGitBasher over 2 years ago

Many CMM jobs ask for a STEM degree, which most people don't have.

If you have one, you should be able to command top dollar.

Large companies pay best in my experience.

That was why I got an associates in computer science from the local community college. They offered "work at your own pace" courses. I was able to get it done in about a year and it filled that college degree check box on my resume.
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