Quality Assurance Metrology Technician

Coherent • Saxonburg, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Metrology Technician is responsible for interpreting specifications on drawings to ensure parts meet specifications, following the non-conforming parts and rejection processes through MRB. This role involves analyzing measurement data and troubleshooting discrepancies to ensure product quality and reliability. The technician will also be responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating all electronic data sheets and database templates in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. They will actively contribute to the development and implementation of new measurement processes and procedures, and collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to resolve quality-related issues and improve measurement techniques. Additionally, the technician will support training activities for junior technicians and contribute to internal and external audits.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Associate or technical degree in engineering, metrology, or related field required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in metrology or quality assurance.
• Proficient in the use of measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMMs) and metrology software.
• Strong math, problem-solving, and analytical skills along with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Solid understanding of metrology principles and quality assurance processes.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work with small, delicate components.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills.
• Strong technical background to understand technical concepts and drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret customer supplied optical drawings in accordance with military specifications and ANSI standards.
• Ability to model and apply I CARE values (Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Enthusiasm).
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien, or protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) due to ITAR compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Metrology related certifications preferred (e.g., ISO, ASQ).
• At least two (2) years of work experience in QAM or a related optical/mechanical test environment with a heavy emphasis on mechanical testing, precision measurement, calibration, and data analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting specifications on drawings to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Following the non-conforming parts and rejection processes through MRB.
• Analyzing measurement data and troubleshooting discrepancies to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Creating, maintaining, and updating all electronic data sheets and database templates in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Developing and implementing new measurement processes and procedures.
• Collaborating with quality, engineering, and production teams to resolve quality-related issues and improve measurement techniques.
• Supporting the training activities of junior technicians on measurement practices and equipment usage.
• Contributing to internal and external audits to support compliance efforts.

Benefits

• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree