CMM Programmer/Metrology Technician

About the role

This position acts as the lead metrology expert, responsible for performing and optimizing mechanical inspection activities for the LaFox area.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspection of mechanical and electrical piece parts and subassemblies.
• Perform detailed mechanical measurements on formed sheet metal and machined components per provided drawings and specifications.
• Accept or reject items based on measurement results and provided drawings and specifications.
• Operate and program the Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).
• Record measurement results and maintain test and inspection records.
• Assist in development and documentation of new inspection methods and fixtures, as required.
• Assist in verifying corrective actions taken by suppliers.
• Maintain all documentation/records to ISO/regulatory standards.
• Perform basic electrical measurements on electrical and electronic components per provided drawings and specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Familiarity with CMM MCOSMOS.
• Relevant AS degree in quality or engineering, or equivalent industry experience (5 years minimum) in QA, QC, or Inspection.
• Familiarity with mechanical drawing software packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) highly desirable.
• Proficient in operation and setup of mechanical and electrical inspection instruments (calipers, gage blocks and pins, optical comparator, digital multimeter, Coordinate Measuring Machine, etc.).
• Proficient in reading and understanding complex mechanical drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• PC proficient (MS Word / Excel / Access).
• Familiar with machining processes.
• Previous experience working within the framework of a formal Quality Management System.
• Extremely diligent regarding proper procedures, cosmetics of finished goods, and documentation.

About the company

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes, and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components including green energy solutions; high-value replacement parts, tubes, and service training for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. More than 60% of our products are manufactured in LaFox, Illinois, Marlborough, Massachusetts, or Donaueschingen, Germany, or by one of our manufacturing partners throughout the world.

The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific, and semiconductor markets.

Our manufacturing facility operates under lean manufacturing principles, focused on efficiency, continuous improvement, and meeting customer demand in real time. As part of our team, you may be asked to flex between different areas or responsibilities depending on production needs.

Pay

$30–$35 per hour plus incentive.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with multiple PPO and HSA plan options, as well as dental and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability (STD & LTD).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Smoking cessation support and weight management program.
• Pet insurance and LifeLock identity protection.
• 401(k)-retirement plan.
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal days, and 10 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education and work-life balance.

Schedule

Full-time position. Mostly manufacturing environment with some warehouse or office work. Sitting ~75% of the time. Light lifting daily, with occasional lifting of 50+ pounds required.