Metrology Technician (Hourly)

About the Role

The Metrology Technician develops, evaluates, and maintains sophisticated calibration systems used to measure physical and chemical phenomena. This role defines standards for length, mass, time, temperature, and electrical current, ensuring all instrumentation meets rigorous accuracy and precision requirements. It combines physics, mathematics, and engineering to quantify and minimize measurement uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Measurement System Governance: Develop, evaluate, and maintain calibration systems. Define standards for base and derived units (length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, pressure, flow, velocity).
• Precision Metrology & Inspection: Serve as the division expert for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). Use precision tools like height gauges, optical comparators, and various plug and thread gauges.
• Error Analysis & Quality Improvement: Identify and quantify sources of error (Uncertainty Analysis) and adjust measurement capabilities to minimize errors. Conduct process audits (Layered Process Audits) and perform root cause analysis (5W+1H, 5 Whys) for quality compliance and defect prevention.
• Analytical Testing & Claims Resolution: Perform analytical tests on raw materials and finished products (e.g., purity, particle size, hardness). Inspect products at job sites to substantiate customer claims and formulate compensation offers.
• Technical Leadership & Advocacy: Direct engineering, quality, and laboratory teams in the design and selection of approved measurement standards. Serve as the internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) and represent the organization in industrial standardization committees (e.g., NIST or ISO).
• Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Perform general maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production and facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, CNC, PLC, and robot automation. Set up and operate metalworking tools to make and repair parts, and construct physical flow racks for continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. An Associate Degree in a technical or engineering discipline is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of documented, combined experience in Metrology, CMM Programming, or Industrial Maintenance/Skilled Trades in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, including GD&T and electrical/mechanical schematics.
  • Demonstrated experience with CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS) and various precision measurement tools.
  • Working knowledge of industrial maintenance, including troubleshooting PLC logic (e.g., Allen Bradley), VFDs, CNC, and 480V electrical systems.
  • Ability to apply statistical analysis and execute Measurement System Evaluations (MSE) and Gage R&R studies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Completion of a four-year apprenticeship, State Journeyman Card in a relevant trade, or ASQ Certified Quality Technician is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Up to 80+ hours of paid training
• Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, and other benefits available immediately
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Apprenticeship Program(s)
• Career growth opportunities and development