Sr. Metrology Quality Technician

Sr. Metrology Quality Technician

Job Title: Sr. Metrology Quality Technician
Reports To: Quality Inspection Supervisor
Pay Range: $36.00–$41.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Bring your advanced CMM programming, GD&T, and precision inspection expertise to a high-impact quality role supporting new product development, metrology investigations, and continuous improvement.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Metrology Quality Technician to support new product development, metrology investigations, and precision measurement activities within a manufacturing environment. This role will be involved early in drawing and GD&T reviews, measurement capability evaluations, CMM and vision system programming, and inspection support across departments.

The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on metrology experience, advanced CMM programming skills, and the ability to work closely with Quality Engineering, operators, inspectors, and engineering teams to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced knowledge of GD&T and metrology principles to program CMMs and vision systems.
• Create CMM programs using part drawings or models and perform inspections as required.
• Troubleshoot and amend existing CMM programs.
• Perform validation and verification of CMM, vision system, and related measurement programs.
• Take critical measurements using gauges, fixtures, and other precision measurement tools.
• Provide inspection support across departments, including part inspections and First Article Inspections.
• Work with Quality Engineering to ensure inspection setups and programs are accurate.
• Resolve issues and respond to inquiries from operators, inspectors, and engineers.
• Participate in or lead special projects related to tooling, fixtures, and gauges.
• Identify and drive cost reduction projects using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Work closely with team members to identify efficiency improvements.
• Train other inspectors and technicians.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of metrology programs and principles.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T, including the ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, including mechanical inspection of precision parts.
• Solid experience using inspection equipment, gauges, fixtures, and measurement tools.
• Proficiency in CMM programming and related software.
• Experience with advanced vision system programming.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to support, train, and collaborate with inspectors, technicians, engineers, and production teams.

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including mechanical inspection of precision parts.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience with inspection equipment and tools.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with advanced CMM programming.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience using advanced vision system programming.

Work Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing environment and routinely uses shop floor tools, machinery, inspection equipment, and metrology systems.
Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery and perform precision work.
• Visual acuity, corrected if needed, to read directions, prints, and inspect machined parts closely.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking on the shop floor, talking, hearing, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to occasionally squat or kneel.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel
Occasional travel may be required, less than 10%.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.