Metrology Specialist Supervisor

Optimim•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

OptiMIM, a Form Technologies Company, uses state-of-the-art metal injection molding (MIM) technology to create high performing small precision metal components to almost any level of complexity and at virtually any volume. The Metrology Specialist / Supervisor will have significant technical responsibility for various metrology inspection methods & equipment and support high volume production of small, precision-molded metal components by creating, qualifying and implementing measurement processes. This position will provide support for both engineering development and manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology) preferred or equivalent experience.
3-5 years of experience in a metrology inspection manufacturing environment, preferably with high-volume production of small, precision components.
Proficiency in programming and operating CMMs (e.g., OGP, Zeiss, Mitutoyo) using software such as Zone3, PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar.
Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5), blueprint reading, and dimensional metrology.
Experience with gage R&R studies.
Ability to set up part on surface plate to datums and take drawing measurements.
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and statistical analysis.
Strong leadership skills and ability to supervise others to achieve team goals & objectives.
Fine motor skills and prolonged microscope/visual inspection work is expected.
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a manufacturing plant environment, including hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, bump cap and as needed, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
Employees must meet the definition of a "US Person" as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

Review new product dimensional requirements and recommend the best measurement processes including input on fixture designs. This will include a variety of tools including simple hand tools, custom fixtures, Optical, Vision & touch probe CMM, & visual inspection systems.
Create the measurement processes (including CMM programming) for these new products, then carefully evaluate them to ensure that they are accurate, repeatable and practical for use in a production environment.
Prepare reports and certifications FAI/production inspection and gage calibration.
Complete new product qualification activities including First Article Inspection, GR&R, and capability studies.
Support production and QA activities to move production efficiently and disposition problem material effectively. This includes analyzing measurement data/troubleshooting CMM programs, helping to disposition material, and continuously improving measurement procedures.
Calibrate, inspect, measure, and test equipment to ensure compliance with published specifications.
Maintain primary and/or essential calibration standards.