Quality Metrology Technician

Flex•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Quality Metrology Technician will be responsible for the development of test methods and procedures needed to determine the dimensional features of products, validation and production inspections of all products produced from manufacturing and assembly processes, and the proper use and maintenance of measurement tools and equipment. Flex is a diversified manufacturing partner that helps market-leading brands design, build, and deliver innovative products. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

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) and/or 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.

Nice To Haves

ASQ certification as CQT, or CQI, preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and uses measurement methods and equipment to define the dimension features of products conform to the design features.
Program and use CMM, OGP, vision systems, and form tracking systems.
Develop measurement programs for use by quality inspectors and production personnel.
Perform inspection and testing of molded components and assemblies for conformance to design and configuration requirements.
Utilize inspection measurement tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers, drop indicators, thread gauges, plug gauges, comparators etc.).
Troubleshooting OGP and CMM programs and system malfunctions.
Optimize inspection methods to expedite inspections and manage equipment capacity.
Train colleagues / technicians/inspectors on vision system (i.e. - OGP) and Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) operation for parts being ran on production floor.
Perform workmanship evaluations on plastic parts (flash, damage, discoloration, contamination, etc.) using microscopes.
Compile and explore measurement data and statistics to assess measurement methods and process capability.
Perform Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR) studies to evaluate measurement methods.
Perform tests and records data on spreadsheets.
Identify and Report Non-conformances of product or processes.
Provide help for Corrective Action investigation.