Metrology Technician
On-siteGastonia, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of automotive components using CMM, height gauges, calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators. Interpret blueprints and GD&T symbols to determine measurement methods and acceptance criteria while ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and IATF 16949 standards. Operate CMM equipment, load programs, verify alignments, and conduct routine calibration checks to maintain accurate readings. Complete dimensional reports, capability studies, and non-conformance reports, supporting new product launches and ongoing production. Assist with root cause analysis for non-conformances and maintain 5S standards in inspection areas. Split time between the quality lab and manufacturing floor with occasional travel to customers or suppliers.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing inspection or metrology
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading
- Hands-on experience with CMM (operator level minimum)
- Hands-on experience with height gauges
- Hands-on experience with micrometers
- Hands-on experience with calipers
- Hands-on experience with bore gauges
- Familiarity with IATF 16949
- Familiarity with APQP
- Familiarity with PPAP
- Familiarity with SPC fundamentals
- High attention to detail
- Analytical mindset
- Ability to perform Gauge R&R (MSA) studies
- Split time between the quality lab and the manufacturing floor
- Ability to stand/walk on the shop floor
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs occasionally
- Occasional travel to customers/suppliers (10–20%)
Desired Qualifications
- Technical trade certificate
- Associate degree
- Experience with metal-mechanic automotive parts (stamping, welding, machining)
- CMM programming knowledge (PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS)
- Experience with portable CMM arms (FARO, Hexagon) or laser scanning
- Familiarity with OEM customer-specific requirements (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Toyota, etc.)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
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