Metrology Engineer (CMM/Vision System Programmer)

Merrimack Manufacturing has an immediate opening for a Metrology Engineer to work in a dynamic Medical Device environment. This position reports to the Manager, Supplier Quality in a highly visible role that has significant and direct impact on incoming and in process manufacturing activities and success of projects.
Responsibilities:

• Lead new equipment qualifications, procurement and test method validation activities for automated systems (CMM and Vision system).
• Manage new component inspection strategies, program development, review and documentation completion.
• Develop inspection processes, procedures and sampling plans according to the risk level of components, material and devices.
• Train new inspectors on automated equipment use, implement programing, trouble-shooting best practices and record keeping.
• Coordinate work in the inspection area specific to the CMM and Vision machine as per the "Clear to build" or equivalent. Including program development, review and training.
• Manage special requests from Engineering and or other team members, identify solutions and report on results as required to finalize investigations in a team setting.
• Lead investigations resulting in root cause and corrective actions through use of data analysis, inductive and deductive reasoning, and problem solving skills.

• Ensure all product, processes, and components are within specifications and work with internal team and with customers to resolve any nonconformance issues.

Requirements:

• Ability to program and evaluate machine capabilities for inspections across complex components with tight tolerances
• Proficient with Blueprint interpretation, GD&T
• Proficient utilizing measuring equipment and software, including; CMMs, Vision systems, Smart Profile, OpenDemis, Keyence, Micrometers, calipers, optical comparators etc.
• Computer skills and knowledge of software tools for inspection
• Familiarity with ISO, ASQ, and ANSI sampling plans
• Proper handling of Electro-static discharge (ESD) sensitive components.
• Competent with ESD controls, printed circuit board assembly/ solder inspection experience (IPC-A-610).

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years' experience or equivalent years' minimum experience in an inspection environment using automated inspection equipment
• Experience with compliance, with applicable standards and regulations such as 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485:2016 is required.
• Experience participating in internal and external audits.
• Certified inspector a plus (ex. ASQ CQI)