Metrologist

Position Summary

The Metrologist is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining measurements to ensure the quality and dimensional accuracy of forged components. This role supports production quality assurance and engineering by verifying compliance with specifications industry standards and customer requirements within a forging manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspection of forged components including complex geometries.
• Interpret engineering forging drawings GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and CAD models.
• Validate first article inspections (FAI) and production part approval processes (PPAP).
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and quality teams to resolve nonconformances.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to dimensional defects.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001 AS9100 etc.).
• Assist in fixture design and inspection method development for forged parts.
• Generate inspection reports and communicate results clearly to stakeholders.
• Continuously improve inspection processes and cycle times.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification in Quality Manufacturing Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• CMM programming experience a plus in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with forged components (e.g. steel aluminum closed/open die forging) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD models and software (e.g. SolidWorks NX CATIA).
• Knowledge of inspection tools (micrometers calipers height gauges contour measurement).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in forging heat treatment or metal-forming operations.
• Knowledge of material flow die wear and distortion impacts on part geometry.
• Experience with aerospace automotive or heavy industrial components.
• ASQ certification (e.g. Certified Quality Technician or Engineer) is a plus.
• Exposure to automation or offline programming environments.

Physical & Work Environment

• Manufacturing/forging shop environment with exposure to heat noise and heavy equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and handle inspection equipment.
• Occasional lifting of parts and fixtures.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Technical expertise in metrology
• Strong communication skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Team collaboration

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Quality Manager / Quality Engineer
• Works closely with: Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams