Metrology Technician - First Article

Description

About Us:

US Conec is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of high-density fiber optic connector solutions. With over 30 years of expertise in precision engineering, injection molding, and plastics manufacturing, we continue to drive innovation and redefine the optical interconnect industry. 

US Conec is a stable and growing organization with locations in Hickory, NC and Fort Worth, TX. What sets us apart from other employers? Our core values and company culture. We offer a collaborative team environment, a customer and employee centric work culture, and outstanding benefits that include a minimum of 4 weeks of PTO for all team members. 

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About the job:

The Metrology Technician is responsible for conducting inspections and measurements of molded and purchased parts to ensure they meet relevant engineering and quality standards.

Requirements

What you will do:

· Coordinate shipping and receiving samples to/from the metrology lab

· Prepare samples for inspection including part identification, separation, labeling, fixturing.  

· Perform dimensional measurements following established procedures using common metrology instruments including gages, calipers, micrometers, vision-based systems, and CT scanners.

· Prepare inspection documents following established reporting templates. 

· Generate reports documenting inspection results

· Catalog and store First Article samples. 

· Provide status updates to internal customers including mold tooling and process engineering, product managers, and design engineers

· Ensure FAI records are accurate and current

· Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and stored.

· Support internal quality audits

· Provide technical support for production measurement equipment and processes

· Assist in the development of new metrology processes and techniques

· Monitor compliance with laboratory quality system requirements.

What we'd like you to have:

· Experience with precision injection molded components

· Technical knowledge of optical connectors and application a plus 

· Organized with keen attention to detail

· Ability to read and understand detailed part and assembly prints

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.

· Good communication skills and follow-through on assigned tasks

· 3D Metrology experience is a plus.

· MicroVu / Vision System experience is a plus.

· AutoCAD, Pro-E, or SolidWorks experience is a plus.

· Minimum 5 years relevant experience in a laboratory environment

Technical degree preferred