Metrologist/CMM operator

About the Metrologist/CMM Operator position

We are looking for a motivated individual who wants to join our team. You should possess a trained eye for detail, be reliable and committed. In depth knowledge and excellent comprehension of quality standards are also required.

Metrologist responsibilities are:

• Plan, promote, and participate in activities to support safety and quality.

• Participate as a Trainer when needed.

• Develop and maintain CMM work instructions.

• Perform part layouts/inspections using precision measuring instruments including: micrometers, calipers, height gage, pin gages, gage blocks, comparator, bore gages, thread gages, and spectrophotometer, etc.

• Support the Quality Engineers in meeting part submission requirements and/or validation

• Provide documented reports and explanation of inspection results.

• Performs capability studies as required by internal or external customers.

• Develop and maintain the gage control systems.

• Develop and maintain work instructions on proper use of inspection fixtures/gages.

• Train others to run existing inspection programs on the CMM.

• Participate in corrective action investigations and resulting action items.

• Make recommendations for overall improvement of the gage control systems and layout processes.

• Maintain knowledge of current industry inspection technology and techniques. Introduce these into the facility as appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.

Metrologist requirements are:

• 3+ years experience as a CMM programmer in an automotive manufacturing environment

• Minimum of an Associate's degree or equivalent in Engineering or Quality from a college/university or technical school. B.S preferred.

• Must have outstanding analytical skills.

• Must be proficient in written and verbal communication.

• Knowledgeable and experienced in various problem-solving methods, including: 8D, 5-WHY, 5P, etc.

• Proven ability to use various precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, height gage, gage blocks gage pins, etc.

• Proficient in writing, editing and running CMM programs for complex parts and components. Must be able to program from electronic drawing files or "reverse engineer" a program from a part alone.
• Proficient in the ability to measure parts on a fixed gage or in the free-state
• Proficient in reading mechanical drawings
• Thorough and in-depth working knowledge and hands-on experience with GD&T.