R and D Metrology Technician Job

gpac; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an R&D Metrology Technician to work with Engineering and Quality during product development. You will inspect components and tooling, develop inspection methods, and support calibration and verification activities in a lab and manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in metrology or related technical fields, experience with automated measurement equipment, and the ability to read GD&T drawings.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in metrology, dimensional inspection or related technical fields.
• Experience with automated measurement equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T; apply basic statistical concepts.
• Clear technical communication and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Associate degree or technical training; equivalent experience considered.
• ASME Y14.5 familiarity, Minitab, CAD, ERP/QMS are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components and tooling using CMMs, vision systems, optical comparators, micrometers and calipers.
• Develop inspection methods, fixtures and setups; create or maintain CMM and vision programs.
• Support MSA, Gauge R&R studies and calibration or verification.
• Analyze dimensional data, flag out-of-tolerance results and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist with verification, validation and transfer of inspection processes into production.
• Maintain traceable inspection records and follow quality procedures.

Skills

Metrology

Dimensional inspection

Quality engineering

Automated measurement equipment

GD&T interpretation

Statistical concepts

Technical communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Technical training

Tools

Minitab

CAD

ERP/QMS

ASME Y14.5

Job description

R&D Metrology Technician Get hands-on with prototypes, solve measurement challenges and help move new designs into manufacturing.

R&D Metrology Technician Get hands-on with prototypes, solve measurement challenges and help move new designs into manufacturing.
We are seeking an R&D Metrology Technician to work alongside Engineering and Quality throughout product development.

What You'll Do

• Inspect components, assemblies and tooling using CMMs, vision systems, optical comparators, micrometers, calipers and other measuring instruments.
• Develop inspection methods, fixtures and setups; create or maintain CMM and vision programs as applicable.
• Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gauge R&R studies and equipment calibration or verification.
• Analyze dimensional data, flag out-of-tolerance results and help troubleshoot product and process issues.
• Assist with verification, validation and the transfer of inspection processes into production.
• Maintain traceable inspection records and follow established quality and documentation procedures.

What You Bring

• 1-3 years of experience in metrology, dimensional inspection, quality, manufacturing, engineering or a related technical environment.
• Experience with automated measurement equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T, select equipment appropriate to the tolerance and apply basic statistical concepts.
• Clear technical communication and Microsoft Office proficiency.

An associate degree or related technical training; equivalent experience may be considered. Medical-device or regulated manufacturing experience, ASME Y14.5 familiarity, Minitab, CAD, ERP/QMS systems and new product development experience are also preferred.

Work Environment

Laboratory, manufacturing and cleanroom settings with required PPE. Includes inspecting small components, extended sitting or standing and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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