Metso Automation serves companies in the energy and process industries and the pulp and paper industries with field control technology, automation and information management solutions and life-cycle services. We are a part of Metso, a global engineering group whose 28,500 employees have two things in common: expertise and true service attitude. Just expect results.
The Metrology Technician will have responsibilities that include but are not limited to establishment of unique inspection methods for measuring various types of parts, including improvising and suggesting special measurement set ups, fixtures and probes as needed. Develop and evaluate computer programs for measuring parts on CMM’s or other automatic inspection equipment. Achieve accurate, repeatable, and productive inspection methods. Using statistical procedures, where appropriate, evaluate differences in measurement methods and recommend correct methods to resolve measurement credibility problems.
Responsible for continual evaluation of measuring equipment to assure acceptable accuracy and precision is maintained in shop environment and take action to correct unacceptable conditions.
The Metrology Technician will work with manufacturing to accomplish process capability studies. Create and implement inspection methods for work in process and purchased parts whether called for systematically, on receipt, or via targeted monitoring.
There will be a wide variety of duties requiring considerable judgment to devise new methods or adapt procedures to work to achieve joint objectives of Quality Assurance, Product Engineering and Production. Train various shop personnel in the use of inspection equipment, methods and procedures. Provides hands on support in calibration, sample evaluation and other Metrology value added services such as positive material identification and liquid die penetrant inspection.
This position will be based out of our Shrewsbury, MA location. Must be willing to work overtime and travel extensively during the first year to complete a transition project. Occasional travel once project completed.
Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years' programming and operating CMM’s using PC DMIS or Tutor for Windows experience, knowledgeable in blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, general metrology, calibration skills, non-destructive testing.
• Three years experience as mechanical inspector in a metal working environment
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Must be able to document and implement inspection procedures and train others.