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Senior Metrologist
Posted: 08/22/2025
Job Type:
Permanent/Direct Hire
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 26582
Pay Rate: $ 35.00 - $ 45.00
Job Description
Our client, a leading player in precision manufacturing, is seeking a Lead Metrologist to join their growing quality team on 1st shift. This is a direct hire opportunity based in Grand Rapids, MI, offering a hands-on leadership role within a clean, compliance-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge in metrology, programming with PC-DMIS, and a solid understanding of vision systems, while also possessing strong leadership and communication skills. In this role, you will lead a small team of Metrologists and Technicians (2 direct reports to start, with potential growth to 3), support engineering efforts across validation, product development, and investigations, and take ownership of metrology systems, equipment, and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight:
- Supervise and develop a team of Metrologists and Technicians
- Maintain and communicate project schedules and departmental metrics
- Lead process improvement initiatives within the Metrology department
- Prioritize daily task assignments and manage department resources
- Train and mentor cross-functional teams in metrology practices and principles
- Develop and maintain clear, compliant procedures and documentation
Metrology & Technical Execution:
- Operate and program CMMs (PC-DMIS) and vision systems for 2D/3D measurement
- Perform Gage R&R and measurement system analysis (MSA)
- Support validation and engineering studies, including mold qualifications
- Interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T, to ensure measurement accuracy
- Develop and refine calibration procedures and conduct statistical analysis (Cp/Cpk, Pp/Ppk, hypothesis testing, etc.)
- Assist in fixture design using CAD, SolidWorks, and 3D printing technologies
- Support lab design, environmental controls, and lab compliance standards
- Conduct root cause analysis and support CAPA investigations related to metrology
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Associate degree in a Quality, Engineering, or Technical discipline or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience working with CMMs and metrology systems
- Proficient with PC-DMIS programming and vision-based measurement tools
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and measurement interpretation
- Prior leadership experience or team oversight responsibility
- Competency in Microsoft Office and technical report writing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience in plastic injection molding
- Background in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Familiarity with ISO standards, FDA regulations, cGMP, and cleanroom environments
- Working knowledge of SPC and statistical tools (e.g., control charts, regression)
- Hands-on experience with CAD/SolidWorks and 3D fixture design
- Ability to support and influence cross-functional teams
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to work a standard 40-hour week with occasional overtime
- Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Adequate vision (corrected or uncorrected) and color/depth perception required
- Must be able to hear alarms at up to 100 feet
Titles Encouraged to Apply
- Senior Metrology Technician
- Quality Engineer ? Metrology
- CMM Programmer
- Dimensional Inspector
- Quality Lab Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Validation Technician
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