Metrology Technician Nelson Connects - 3.9 Oakland, CA Job Details Contract $35 - $45 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 3D laser scanners Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Defect resolution root cause analysis Safety protocol adherence Test equipment calibration Defect analysis Mid-level Mechanical equipment calibration Quality reports First article inspection Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Continuous improvement Meter maintenance Precision measurement in machining Data interpretation Quality control problem-solving Collaboration with manufacturing teams Root cause analysis Instrument maintenance Communication skills Custom fixtures Quality control calibration Engineering manufacturing support Full Job Description Metrology Technician — Shop Team You are a highly skilled and detail-oriented Metrology Technician with hands-on experience operating and programming CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners. You have strong knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, fixturing, measurement techniques, calibration, and measurement uncertainty. You take pride in producing accurate, repeatable measurements and understand how inspection data supports both manufacturing and engineering teams.

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$35-$45 per hour What you will be doing Program and operate CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners to inspect parts against drawings and GD&T requirements. Develop fixturing and datum strategies to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements. Respond to inspection requests from research and production teams and communicate results clearly and effectively. Perform first article inspections, dimensional inspections, and generate inspection reports and scan data. Maintain calibration schedules and monitor instrument condition, escalating equipment issues or measurement concerns as needed. Conduct gage R&R and repeatability studies to evaluate measurement accuracy and uncertainty. Identify when dimensional issues may indicate a manufacturing process problem and collaborate with machinists and process engineers to determine root causes. Follow and reinforce safety, training, equipment check-in/check-out, and shop standards. Support manufacturing and engineering teams by providing accurate, timely, and actionable measurement data. What you bring Hands-on experience operating and programming CMMs , including fixturing, probing strategies, and alignment. Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation. Experience with 3D scanning and optical measurement , including scan-to-CAD comparison workflows. Working knowledge of calibration, measurement traceability, and measurement uncertainty. Strong attention to detail and the ability to distinguish actual part deviations from measurement artifacts. A service-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize and respond to requests from multiple teams. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. A commitment to accuracy, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Ability to identify and raise concerns when a part, process, or measurement does not meet requirements. 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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