Job Description

Description

Summary/Objective
 

• Create, validate, troubleshoot CMM programs, and perform precision inspections, including FAIs (First Article Inspections), to ensure product conforms to all applicable requirements. 
• Supports Engineering New Product Development and Investigations in Metrology, through sample measurements and feedback, early on involvement in drawing and GD&T reviews, and early measurement capability evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Applies advanced knowledge of GD&T and Metrology principles to program CMM’s/vision systems to ensure products meet requirements.
• Performs high precision measurements of parts (machined or purchased) and create inspection reports.
• Provide accurate interpretation and application of ASME standards and dimensional analysis requirements across inspection functions.
• Create CMM programs using part drawings or models, troubleshoot and/or amend existing CMM programs, and perform inspections as required.
• Works closely with the team to determine efficiency gaps, and to implement improvements.
• Analyze measurements standards and processes to provide accurate and repeatable measurement strategies. 
• Work closely with Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors to create instructions for using inspection tools and to develop inspection methods to meet business needs.
• Supports Quality Inspection improvement activities and development of inspection plans.
• Works on quality investigations involving measurement methods.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Competencies

• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical inspection and proficiency in the use of manual & visual inspection equipment: e.g., Calipers, gauges, micrometers, digital indicators, surface plates, optical comparators, microscopes, coordinate measuring machine, profilometers, hardness/durometer testers.
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T and application of ASME Y14.5-2018 (ASME Y14-.5 Certification preferred).
• Deep understanding of mechanical engineering practices related to machined parts.
• Proficiency with CMM programming is required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, data entry skills and detail oriented.
• · Ability to work in a team environment and to foster positive relationships with all functional groups.
• Computer skills (including Microsoft Office).
• Strong desire to improve, learn and to apply new skills.
• Problem solving ability with an organized & analytical approach.
• Proven ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to ever-changing fast-paced environment.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses shop floor tools and machinery.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work 
• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect machined parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications 
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move about the shop floor, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands and arms 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 
• Ability to squat or kneel occasionally 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time hourly position and operates Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Travel

Occasional (Less than 5%) 

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree or higher related to engineering, design, or manufacturing
• 3 years minimum of experience conducting measurements, programming inspections, gage & fixture design and reading engineering drawings.
• 3 years minimum Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 
• Able to react to change effectively in a team setting and handle multiple tasks as assigned.
• Effective oral and written communication with both technical and management audience
• Experience with a multitude of measurement equipment such as CMMs, Vision systems, 3D scanning, hand gages and open layout techniques.
• 6 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment 
• Proficient with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Harmonic Drive LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.