Metrology Set Up Technician Nelson Connects - 3.9 Oakland, CA Job Details Contract $38 - $52 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Machine setup Sourcing Laboratory equipment maintenance Procedural guides Machine operation Monitoring dimensions Dimensional inspection Mid-level Spectroscopy Laboratory equipment calibration Manufacturing standard operating procedures Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Microscope proficiency Meter maintenance Precision measurement in machining Laboratory standard operating procedures Mechanical quality control procedures Instrumentation commissioning Data interpretation Organizational skills Stock organizing Collaboration with manufacturing teams Optical microscopy 3D scanner Commissioning phase involvement Instrument maintenance Training Full Job Description You are a hands-on and detail-oriented Metrology Set Up Technician with strong experience in dimensional metrology, calibration, inspection, and measurement systems. You understand CMMs, optical measurement, 3D scanning, GD&T, fixturing, and datum strategy, and you take pride in building accurate, reliable, and repeatable measurement processes. You are comfortable helping establish a new metrology lab, developing procedures, training others, and supporting both research and production teams.

This position pays:

$38-$52 What you will be doing Prepare the facility for instrument arrival by verifying environmental controls, vibration isolation, power, and bench requirements against manufacturer specifications. Manage the receipt, installation, calibration, commissioning, and operational readiness of metrology equipment. Develop SOPs, safety procedures, measurement methods, and operator qualification standards for each instrument. Perform initial operations on new equipment and create internal manuals and reference documentation. Establish calibration schedules, measurement traceability, and gage R&R practices to ensure measurement uncertainty is understood and controlled. Source, organize, store, and maintain inventory of fixtures, probes, styli, standards, and other metrology supplies. Inspect parts against engineering drawings and GD&T requirements for both research and production needs. Generate accurate measurement data in formats that can be effectively used by engineering, production, and other downstream teams. Partner with machine tool and process teams when parts are out of specification and provide measurement feedback to improve manufacturing processes. Support the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of metrology equipment while maintaining equipment readiness and uptime. What you bring Hands-on experience with dimensional metrology, including CMM programming and operation, optical measurement, and 3D scanning. Strong understanding of fixturing, datum strategy, GD&T, and engineering drawing interpretation. Experience with calibration, measurement traceability, and evaluating measurement uncertainty. Familiarity with optical microscopy, spectroscopy, surface metrology, and mechanical testing equipment. Experience working with measurement software and organizing measurement data for use by other teams. Strong attention to detail and the ability to distinguish actual part deviations from measurement artifacts. Excellent problem-solving skills and a service-oriented approach when supporting research and production teams. Ability to work independently, take ownership, and establish processes in a developing manufacturing environment. Curiosity and willingness to understand how measurement data is used to improve manufacturing processes and technology. To learn more about the workplace culture and the position, please apply! For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can't wait to work with you. We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success. #INDmlcm About Us For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can't wait to work with you. We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

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