Metrology Technician in Brookfield, Wisconsin

Overview:

The Metrology Technician is a vital part of a growing Quality Metrology team. This team is responsible for supporting accurate, timely measurement and data collection across the entire array of Milwaukee Tool products through the entire life cycle.

Responsibilities & Deliverables:

• Comprehend blueprints with advanced GD&T callouts on a wide variety of components with complex geometries (i.e. external housings and internal components of any METCO product)
• Quickly and effectively translate blueprints into measurement strategies using a variety of measurement tools including Optical and Touch Probe CMMs, Optical Comparators, manual gages.
• This position will specifically require the hands-on programming of a CMM`s running Calypso, PC-DMIS, OGP running MeasureMind and Zone 3, and MicroVu as well as several other automated or software driven measurement tools.
• Understand and execute various levels of Metrology System Analysis including Repeatability, Reproducibility, multivariable Gage R&R, and Tool Correlation.
• Actively participate in Gage Calibration System with understanding of calibration methods and preventive maintenance.
• Collect and communicate data through a variety of software and user interfaces including MS Excel, Quality SPC software, and Database data entry.
• Ability to perform some level of data analysis is also a deliverable, including effective presentation of data.
• Communicate with engineers about their experimental intent and provide data that will satisfy Design of Experiment or experimental intention of engineers.
• Experience with writing work instructions and proficient at reading, comprehending, and executing actions of work instructions.
• Understand and utilize Technical Problem-Solving methods to work through problems or issues.
• Know and practice organization for industrial housekeeping.
• Operate lab equipment and gages properly and adhere to all safety requirements in the work area.

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Learn new measurement instruments & software and remain on the forefront of measurement technology.
• Grow design intent experience and blueprint drawing GD&T skills.
• Delve into manufacturing methodologies and advance machining/prototyping.
• Future possibilities in mechatronics & automation, State-of-the-art In-Situ Metrology.

Valued Skills, Experience, & Education:

• 5+ years Quality assurance, quality control experience or scientific data collection experience.
• Experience reading prints and using gages required.
• Computer experience and experience using SPC techniques helpful.
• Quality or Metrology certification desired in a directly related area. Associate degree preferred.

Culture Expectations

OBSESSED

• Prioritizes effectively and prevents irrelevant or unimportant issues or distractions from interfering with progress; remains focused on key priorities

CANDID

• Gives and receives respectful, objective and straightforward feedback, even in difficult situations

SPEED, AGILITY, URGENCY

• Demonstrates relentless, continuous action toward goals effectively handling multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

EMPOWERED LEADER

• Escalates early identification of concerns in a timely manner offering solutions or seeking help, no matter the individual's level in the Company
• Successfully manages self, others, processes and/or material resources to achieve desired outcomes
• Initiates and maintains productive relationships essential to the organization

NEVER SATISFIED, ALWAYS IMPROVING

• Thinks beyond the scope of the current role and function with a total Company mindset
• Seeks out continuous learning opportunities that develop self in the context of organizational needs