Metrology Technician (Hourly)

Whirlpool Corporation; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Metrology Technician to develop, evaluate, and maintain calibration systems for precision measurement of physical and chemical phenomena. You will define standards for length, mass, time, temperature, and electrical current, ensuring instrumentation meets strict accuracy and precision.

The role blends physics, math, and engineering to quantify and minimize measurement uncertainty.

Qualifications

• Requires high school or GED; an associate degree is preferred.
• Proficient reading blueprints and GD&T, knowledge of electrical/mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and maintain calibration systems and standards for base/derived units.
• Program, setup, and operate CMMs; use height gauges and optical comparators for GD&T checks.
• Perform uncertainty analysis, process audits, and root cause analysis for quality improvements.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products to substantiate claims and support compensation decisions.
• Lead engineering, quality, and lab teams in measurement standard selection; engage with standards committees.

Skills

GD&T

CMM programming

Measurement systems

Quality audits

Root cause analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in technical/engineering

Tools

CMMs

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Plug gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Role Overview

The Metrology Technician develops, evaluates, and maintains the sophisticated calibration systems used to measure physical and chemical phenomena. You will define the standards for length, mass, time, temperature, and electrical current, ensuring that all instrumentation meets rigorous accuracy and precision requirements. This is a highly technical role that combines physics, mathematics, and engineering to quantify and minimize measurement uncertainty.

Role Overview

The Metrology Technician develops, evaluates, and maintains the sophisticated calibration systems used to measure physical and chemical phenomena. You will define the standards for length, mass, time, temperature, and electrical current, ensuring that all instrumentation meets rigorous accuracy and precision requirements. This is a highly technical role that combines physics, mathematics, and engineering to quantify and minimize measurement uncertainty.

Key Responsibilities

• Measurement System Governance: Develop, evaluate, and maintain sophisticated calibration systems. Define the standards for base and derived units (length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, pressure, flow, velocity).
• Precision Metrology & Inspection: Serve as the division expert for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). Use other precision tools like height gauges, optical comparators, and various plug and thread gauges.
• Error Analysis & Quality Improvement: Identify and quantify sources of error (Uncertainty Analysis) and adjust measurement capabilities to minimize errors. Conduct process audits (Layered Process Audits) and perform root cause analysis (5W+1H, 5 Whys) to ensure quality compliance and defect prevention.
• Analytical Testing & Claims Resolution: Perform analytical tests on raw materials and finished products (e.g., purity, particle size, hardness). Inspect products at job sites to substantiate customer claims and formulate compensation offers.
• Technical Leadership & Advocacy: Direct engineering, quality, and laboratory teams in the design and selection of approved measurement standards. Serve as the internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) and represent the organization in industrial standardization committees (such as NIST or ISO).
• Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Perform general maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production and facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, CNC, PLC, and robot automation. May set up and operate metalworking tools to make and repair parts, and construct physical flow racks for continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting & Mobility: Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds (with or without assistance).
• Work Environment: Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 40 feet) using ladders, platforms, and lifts, and in confined space areas.
• Movement: Requires standing, walking, and moving freely throughout the plant and lab environment for extended periods.
• Other: Good vision and excellent verbal/written communication skills are essential.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. An Associate Degree in a technical or engineering discipline is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of five (1) year Maintenance, Skilled Trades or coordinate measuring in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and electrical/mechanical schematics.

Additional Information

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the number one major appliance manufacturer in the world, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 97,000 employees and 70 manufacturing and technology research centers. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world. We stay true to our philosophy that says good business begins by not following but leading. Our brands and products help people make the most of time so they can focus on making the most of moments that matter. At Whirlpool Corporation, we believe that all people matter. Celebrating diversity and including thousands of perspectives empower us to create products that blend into every concept of home. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Additional information about our company can be found at http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com.

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