Quality Specialist

AMETEK; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Quality Specialist to oversee calibration processes for measurement and testing equipment, ensuring compliance with ISO and AS9100 standards.

The role requires CMM knowledge, strong organization, and proactive quality assurance. The ideal candidate will manage gage recalls, maintain documentation, and collaborate with engineering and production to resolve measurement issues while staying current with calibration technology and software.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of calibration experience required.
• Strong knowledge of measurement principles and calibration standards.
• Experience with hand gages and thread gages.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Overall mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the calibration program for all measuring equipment and process control devices.
• Ensure ISO and AS9100 compliance for calibration and quality management.
• Audit calibration processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams on measurement issues.
• Analyze data and adjust recall frequency as needed.
• Update calibration documentation and schedules.

Skills

Experience in calibration

Measurement principles

Hand gages

Problem solving

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

GageTrak

MicroVu OMM

CMM software

Job description

Position Overview:

Quality specialist will oversee the calibration processes for our measurement and testing equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires a background in Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) operations and management. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise, organization, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the calibration program for all measuring equipment and process control equipment; Gage Recall Management / System Maintenance / GageTrak Database.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and AS9100 standards and industry regulations related to calibration and quality management.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of calibration processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to established procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to support product development and resolve measurement-related issues.
• Analyze calibration data and adjust recall frequency as appropriate.
• Maintain and update calibration documentation, including procedures, records, and schedules.
• Coordinate with external calibration service providers as needed to ensure timely and accurate services. Request quotes and request Purchase Orders for same.
• Stay current with advancements in calibration technology and CMM software used, recommending updates as necessary.
• Inspection of First Articles and Production Parts as assigned. (e.g.: FAIRs, capability studies, etc.)
• Inspection of Tools, Fixtures, and gages as assigned.
• Verify calibration of temperature controllers, rectifiers, pressure gages, etc..
• Report out of tolerance conditions for gages, products and tooling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in calibration.
• Strong knowledge of measurement principles, calibration standards, and quality control processes.
• Experience with most hand gages and equipment including thread gages.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Overall mechanical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Calibration Management or Quality Assurance.
• Experience with GageTrak software.
• MicroVu OMM (Optical Measurement Machine) Experience.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Electrical knowledge / experience.
• Knowledge of Blue Print.
• Experience with OMM / CMM software and programming or similar equipment.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 55,000

Salary Maximum: 65,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].