Quality Assurance Supervisor & Metrology Lead

Accelera; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor & Metrology Lead to oversee inspection operations in a precision manufacturing setting. You will drive metrology programs and lead a team to ensure components meet rigorous quality standards.

Responsibilities include developing CNC CMM programs, analyzing GD&T drawings, and ensuring compliance with AS9102 and ISO 9001. Strong leadership and communication are essential for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a high-precision manufacturing inspection role.
• Proficiency operating and programming CNC CMM machines.
• Strong leadership ability to train staff and develop teams.
• Reading and interpreting complex drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and industry compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor the inspection team to uphold precision and growth.
• Develop and execute CNC CMM programs for accurate part validation.
• Analyze engineering blueprints and GD&T to verify conformance.
• Use metrology instruments to perform detailed dimensional analysis.
• Conduct first-article inspections and final audits for quality output.
• Collaborate with production to resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Generate quality reports and ensure AS9102 and ISO 9001 compliance.

Skills

CMM programming

Team leadership

GD&T interpretation

Quality systems

Blueprint reading

Tools

PC-DMIS

MCOSMOS

Job description

Quality Assurance Supervisor & Metrology Lead

About the Role As a Quality Assurance Supervisor and Metrology Specialist, you will oversee inspection operations and drive excellence in precision manufacturing. You will leverage your expertise in CMM programming and team leadership to ensure all components meet rigorous quality standards and support continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor the inspection team, fostering a culture of precision and professional growth.
• Develop and execute complex programs for CNC CMM equipment to ensure accurate part validation.
• Analyze intricate engineering blueprints and GD&T specifications to confirm product conformance.
• Utilize advanced metrology instrumentation, including optical comparators and handheld precision tools, to perform detailed dimensional analysis.
• Execute first-article inspections and final audits to maintain high-quality output.
• Collaborate with production departments to resolve non-conformances and implement effective corrective actions.
• Generate comprehensive quality reports and maintain compliance with standards such as AS9102 and ISO 9001.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience in a high-precision manufacturing inspection role.
• Proven proficiency in operating and programming CNC CMM machines.
• Strong leadership background with the ability to train and guide technical staff.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting complex technical drawings and GD&T.
• Solid understanding of quality management systems and industry compliance.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PC-DMIS or MCOSMOS metrology software.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or similar professional certification.
• Background in supporting process improvement initiatives within a production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration.