Automated Inspection Programmer / Metrologist

Praxy; New Jersey; On-site; USD 79,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

MICRO is seeking an Automated Inspection Programmer to develop and maintain measurement systems ensuring product quality. You will program optical, CMM and vision systems, review specifications and collaborate with NPD teams to meet timelines.

Responsibilities include Gage R&R, first article inspections, and generating documentation. A strong background in GD&T and metrology is required, with the ability to work independently and lead initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of GD&T and measurement system analysis.
• Experience with PPAP and measurement validation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Program automated inspection equipment for quality measurement.
• Develop fixtures and gages for inspection.
• Perform Gage R&R and measurement system analysis.
• Conduct first article inspections and process capability studies.
• Lead metrology initiatives with moderate complexity.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

MSA/PPAP

Blueprint Reading

Read engineering drawings

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma required

Tools

Measuremind

Zone3

MCOSMOS

M3

SPC

MS Office

Job description

The Automated Inspection Programmer develops, maintains and continuously improves measurement systems and equipment to ensure the quality of products and processes.

The Automated Inspection Programmer is expected to:

• Complete NPD quality projects on time
• Review customer specification changes and revise supporting documentation within designated timeframe

Metrology 50%

• Programs automated inspection equipment to
  • Optical Gage Products Smart Scope
    • Measuremind
    • Zone 3
  • Keyence IM & VR
  • Mitutoyo CMM
    • MCOSMOS
  • Starrett
    • M3
• Assists in design and development of fixtures and gages used for inspection
• Performs Gage R&R studies and other measurement systems analysis
• Performs first article inspections and process capability studies to support manufacturing and development
• Works independently, with New Product Development and Process Engineers to deliver programs and information on the measurement of parts and gages with minimal supervision
• Performs engineering capability and stability studies
• Applies GD&T Y14.5 standard and other measurement techniques to review and understand part print design and intention
• Assists with providing information regarding measurement techniques used on products to customers and suppliers as needed
• Ability to lead metrology initiatives at moderate complexity

Research & Analysis 25%

• Performs validation protocol development & execution for metrology equipment & test methods.
• Determines root causes of measurement system failures and makes appropriate modifications in accordance with company quality system requirements

Reporting & Documentation 25%

• Assists with creating work instructions for the Quality Assurance Department.
• Maintains all divisional quality inspection records
• Creates and updates inspection drawing criteria for new and revised components

This position has no talent management responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience in programming wide variety of measurement systems.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

• None

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Program Optical Gage Smart Scope products in Measuremind
• Program Optical Gage Smart Scope products in Zone3
• Program Keyence IM and VR
• Program Mitutoyo in MCOSMOS
• Program Starrett in M3
• Read and interpret engineering drawing and specifications
• Read and interpret GD&T Y14.5
• Gage Design
• Blueprint Reading
• APQP
• MSA
• PPAP
• SPC
• Statistical software
• MS Office Suite

OTHER SKILLS

• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Manual dexterity
• Spatial dexterity
• Organizational skills
• Multitasking
• Problem Solving

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift, push, pull, carry and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing this Job, the employee is regularly required to demonstrate manual and spatial dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and odors, dusts, mists, fumes and/or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $79,000 to $88,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, education, and other job-related qualifications.

Based on a candidate’s qualifications and experience, they may be considered for other available opportunities at a different level. Compensation for any such position would be based on the requirements and compensation range applicable to that position.

MICRO offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays; and other company-sponsored benefits. Eligibility and benefit offerings are subject to the terms of the applicable plans and company policies.