What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Metrologist position at Palmetto State Armory L?
JOB PURPOSE
CNC quality metrologists use a variety of tools like micrometers, calipers, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), and laser trackers to measure dimensions, geometry, and surface finish of CNC-machined parts.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inspects, adjusts, and verifies accuracy of gauges and measuring instruments for conformance to specifications. Recommends changes or modifications. Calibrates gauges and documents results.
- Monitors and maintains a clean and well-organized gage lab.
- Delivers all required gages to Operators during set-ups of each process.
- Sets precision gages at cell for production.
- Monitors and maintains out of calibration report on a weekly basis.
- Conducts and manages all calibrations requirements
- Maintains records of equipment calibration.
- Create programs on CMM and other lab equipment.
- Supports and maintains quality calibration procedures to ensure production time is optimized.
- Work alongside quality to ensure proper gauges are correct in areas of operation.
- Must have the ability to train other QA and manufacturing personnel in the operation and handling of measuring equipment.
- Adhere to guidelines and procedures to ensure the safe handling, removal, and disposal of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- All other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have experience of 3 to 5 years CMM programing and understanding of GD&T
- Maintain a positive attitude, self-driven, be goal-oriented and focused on the overall strategic picture of the organization, and follow through with tasks assigned
- Knowledge of quality, material processing, machining, and assembly processes.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision; and the flexibility to quickly address new directions/concerns with management.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must effectively work as part of a team.
- Must be dependable
- Must always maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- Working knowledge of pallet jack and/or forklift certified is preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties are performed primarily in high-volume manufacturing environment, working with chemicals, and handling of materials.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend (or a combination of those) for up to 8-10 hours per day as required. Must have the ability to lift up to fifty pounds on a regular basis.
Export Control Compliance Notice
This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. DC Machine may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.