Supply Quality Technician

About the role

Established in 1972, Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader for micro-contamination monitoring equipment improving the performance of clean manufacturers in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. We're a growing technology company in Niwot, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We offer an exceptional and rewarding work environment in a great place to live. Our employees enjoy challenging projects in the development and manufacture of light scattering particle counters and diverse technologies and applications.

Responsibilities

• Read part drawings, specifications, and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the parts and materials
• Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance
• Perform incoming inspections on parts received from vendors
• Provide feedback to management on the quality of the materials received in inspection
• Set and use a variety of precision instruments
• Work from inspection checklists and work instructions used on the production floor
• Keep detailed required inspection records
• Develop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines
• Lead first article inspections (FAI) and ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 9001
• Set up parts and fixtures for accurate CMM measurement
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T to verify part conformance
• Review and validate inspection results and reports
• Identify and document non-conformance and notify appropriate personnel of potential rejection of items
• Serve as a technical authority for dimensional inspection and metrology
• Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications, etc.)
• Prepare and submit reports to the Supply Quality Manager
• Review and inspect parts from production, engineering, and directly from suppliers as needed
• Follow established job safety practices, policies, and procedures as specified in plant directives for the safe performance of daily activities
• Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety

Requirements

• Knowledge of measuring devices and test equipment to support inspection and testing of all parts and sub-assemblies as needed
• Must be able to read blueprints and be capable of calculating print dimensions, angles, radii, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of production processes and product requirements
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to cross-train to support different products as needed
• Proven experience as a quality inspector or relevant role
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems
• Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of measuring devices and test equipment to support inspection and testing of all parts and sub-assemblies as needed
• Must be able to read blueprints and be capable of calculating print dimensions, angles, radii, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of production processes and product requirements
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to cross-train to support different products as needed
• Proven experience as a quality inspector or relevant role
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems
• Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

Skills

• Knowledge of measuring devices and test equipment to support inspection and testing of all parts and sub-assemblies as needed
• Must be able to read blueprints and be capable of calculating print dimensions, angles, radii, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of production processes and product requirements
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to cross-train to support different products as needed
• Proven experience as a quality inspector or relevant role
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems
• Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package: Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, f/sa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Vacation, holiday, and leave policies Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition programs, Employee assistance programs

Pay

Competitive base salary range: $25.75 - $34 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule

This role primarily operates in an office/lab/manufacturing environment. Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. may be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.