Metrology Technician: Precision QC & Calibration

Lippert Components, Inc.; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippert Components, Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to inspect, test, measure, and document materials to ensure they meet quality standards across raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products.

You will support manufacturing and QA by performing laboratory tests, operating inspection equipment, and recording results. You will work on calibration, maintain records, and participate in root cause investigations, with emphasis on detail, accuracy, and compliance with quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, or laboratory testing preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methods: SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis, 8D problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, ERP/MES systems, quality software).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, and optical systems.
• Record and analyze test data accurately.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection reports, and test records.
• Identify nonconforming materials and communicate findings to production and quality teams.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Conduct first article inspections and capability studies when required.
• Insure calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment, measuring tools and gauges.
• Follow company quality systems, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Support audits and compliance activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Excel

ERP/MES systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

SPC

PFMEA

Control Plans

Root Cause Analysis

8D problem solving

Job description

Lippert Components, Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to inspect, test, measure, and document materials to ensure they meet quality standards across raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products.

You will support manufacturing and QA by performing laboratory tests, operating inspection equipment, and recording results. You will work on calibration, maintain records, and participate in root cause investigations, with emphasis on detail, accuracy, and compliance with quality