CMM Quality Technician

seakeeper; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Seakeeper is seeking a Quality Technician in Leesport, PA to ensure incoming parts meet strict quality standards. You will operate a coordinate measuring machine (CMM), review drawings, and document inspection results while collaborating with the Quality Control Manager and vendors.

The role emphasizes problem analysis, corrective actions, and precise manual measurements. The position is full-time, on-site, with training provided and opportunities to grow within a high-standards manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience operating a CMM or CNC machining in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inspection equipment and tools.
• Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Operate a CMM and review drawing specs for incoming parts, first articles, and prototypes.
• Analyze problems, initiate corrective actions, and report results.
• Verify machined parts meet drawings using inspection equipment including an automated and manual CMM.
• Operate a variety of inspection tools (Profilometer, Creaform 3D scanner, etc.).
• Identify and document non-conforming product in the lab.
• Update production documentation for inspection part status.
• Communicate inspection results to quality leadership and vendors.

Skills

CMM operation

Blueprint reading

Inspection tools

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Manual measurement

Multitasking

Physical ability

Excel familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

Profilometer

3D scanner (Creaform)

Mastercam (nice-to-have)

Job description

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We make an extraordinary product that requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to unmatched quality standards. As our Quality Technician, you’ll be our gatekeeper focused on quality assurance (QA) while operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). You’ll make sure all incoming production parts that go into Seakeepers meet the quality standards we have set for ourselves. You’ll ensure all products meet the defined requirements by:

• Operating a CMM and reviewing drawing specifications for incoming production parts, first articles, and prototypes
• Analyzing problems, initiating corrective actions, and reporting results effectively
• Verifying machined parts meet drawing specifications using inspection equipment including an automated & manual CMM
• Operating a variety of inspection equipment, hydraulic test devices and specialty inspection tools ex. Profilometer, Creaform 3D scanner etc.
• Identifying and documenting non-conforming product in laboratory setting
• Updating production documentation for inspection parts status
• Communicating inspection results internally to quality leadership and the quality department and notifying vendors of non-conformances

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

MUST-HAVES

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year experience in CMM operation or CNC machining working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience working with inspection equipment and tools
• Ability to perform precision manual measurements using hand tools etc
• Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Intermediate computer skills – proficiency with Word and Excel
• Ability to report inspection results and effectively communicate results to the Quality department
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Maintain a positive, professional, and customer-centric attitude at all times
• Strong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Superior time management, multitasking, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Ability to do the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:

Ability to do the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds occasionally
• Stand or walk for extended periods (8–12-hour shifts) on concrete or other hard surfaces
• Perform frequent repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, reaching, and gripping
• Use hands and fingers to handle small parts, operate tools or controls, and assemble products with precision
• Visually inspect products for defects, labels, or measurements
• Distinguish sounds such as machinery alarms, beeps, or spoken instructions in a noisy environment
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Post-secondary education or related trainingand certifications
• Mastercam experience
• Ability to program CMM’s

MORE DETAILS YOU'LL WANT TO KNOW

• You’ll be based in our Leesport, PA facility full-time
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to facilitate identification and containment of issues at vendors, or in our warehouse
• On-the-job training will be provided (we will help you become the Seakeeper expert!)
• This is a second shift position Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
• You will train on first shift Monday through Thursday from 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. for the first 3 – 4 weeks
• You’ll report to the Quality Control Manager, also based in PA

YOUR TEAM

Our Quality Technicians are nestled within our Manufacturing Engineering department. It is a small, but mighty team that ties together the sourcing of high-quality parts from reputable vendors to the meticulous manufacturing of Seakeeper units. With cross-department collaboration and interaction with external partners, you’ll gain knowledge across the various areas of the Operations department, so you’ll be able to own your role and bring new ideas to the table to improve processes and results.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

It’s true that we make extraordinary products, but our favorite part about Seakeeper is our people! We lovethe culture we have built and are aggressively protective of our team atmosphere. This is why we value your cultural fit as equally as we value your technical contributions. With a palpable passion for what we do, we work hard, move fast and are constantly pushing (or should we say crushing) boundaries. That means there is no room for jerks!

We operate with the nimbleness and growth mindset of a scrappy startup. Throughout the organization, we take ownership and accountability for our ultimate team success by openly and actively seeking out constructive feedback on how we can improve. We believe great ideas can strike at any moment, and when you have one, you’re empowered to speak up!

Fast-paced and hands-on don’t even begin to describe what you’ll experience here. That means you have the freedom to make a difference and contribute to the larger goal, regardless of your position. The only constant at Seakeeper is change, and we thrive on it!

WHO WE ARE

71% of our Earth is covered by water and we want everyone to make the most of it. That’s why we are on a mission to create products that transform the boating experience with an organization that employees want to work for, customers want to buy from, and vendors want to partner with.

Founded in 2008, we have grown from a start-up operation to the worldwide leader in marine motion control. The journey began with our gyro stabilization technology, which eliminates up to 90% of boat roll and creates a land-like experience on the water. This technology went from an unknown commodity to a must-have boating requirement in the first decade. In 2022, we added another jaw-dropping technology to our portfolio with the launch of Seakeeper Ride, a first-of-its-kind Vessel Attitude Control System which eliminates underway pitch and roll, making time on the water safer and more comfortable for everyone onboard. In summary, we are in the business of creating gravity-defining products that completely change the way people spend their time on the water…and we are just getting started!

We have long runways with both of our technologies with new addressable markets on the horizon and drive to push the boundaries of what our technologies can do. With dedicated focus to each segment, in addition to shared leadership of each vertical, we can balance the different demands of each segment while providing a consist overall vision and direction of the company.

Seakeeper is personally committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of job requirements, individual qualifications, and business need.