About the Role
The Quality Metrology Technician will be responsible for developing test methods and procedures to determine product dimensional features, performing validation and production inspections, and ensuring the proper use and maintenance of measurement tools and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Develops and uses measurement methods and equipment to define product dimension features that conform to design features.
- Programs and operates CMM, OGP, vision systems, and form tracking systems.
- Develops measurement programs for quality inspectors and production personnel.
- Performs inspection and testing of molded components and assemblies for conformance to design and configuration requirements.
- Utilizes inspection measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, drop indicators, thread gauges, plug gauges, and comparators.
- Troubleshoots OGP and CMM programs and system malfunctions.
- Optimizes inspection methods to expedite inspections and manage equipment capacity.
- Trains colleagues on vision system (OGP) and Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) operation.
- Performs workmanship evaluations on plastic parts using microscopes.
- Compiles and analyzes measurement data and statistics to assess measurement methods and process capability.
- Performs Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR) studies.
- Performs tests and records data on spreadsheets.
- Identifies and reports non-conformances of product or processes.
- Provides support for Corrective Action investigations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent technical training.
- Five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing or quality environment.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience programming Measure mind and running OGP 500 (Probe/vision system).
- Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience programming Calypso and running Zeiss (CMM machine).
- Ability to provide QC Calc supporting data on all measurements taken.
- Vision and/or Coordinate Measurement Machine certificate (Measure X, Measure Mind, Calypso), or relevant experience.
- ASQ certification as CQT, or CQI, preferred.
Skills
- CMM programming
- OGP programming
- Vision system operation
- Form tracking systems
- Micrometer usage
- Caliper usage
- Drop indicator usage
- Thread gauge usage
- Plug gauge usage
- Comparator usage
- Microscope usage
- Data analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR) studies
- Spreadsheet data recording
- Measure mind
- OGP 500
- Calypso
- Zeiss
- Measure X
- QC Calc
Experience Level
- Five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing or quality environment
- Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience programming Measure mind and running OGP 500 (Probe/vision system)
- Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience programming Calypso and running Zeiss (CMM machine)
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent technical training
- Vision and/or Coordinate Measurement Machine certificate (Measure X, Measure Mind, Calypso)
- ASQ certification as CQT, or CQI, preferred
Benefits
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
About the Company
- Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
- A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
- If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Equal Opportunity
- Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
- We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
- We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
