Metrology Technician

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-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales, with close to 90% in the Americas, 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.

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Requisition : 69925

• Program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for various applications including FPA, OpEx projects, process control, set-up and audit inspection, and part/tool troubleshooting for all production parts used in dishwashers.
• Draft and present final reports in the appropriate mode to meet customer needs.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and facilities, coordinating with outside services as necessary.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot dimensional failures and determine root causes of non-conformance.
• Serve as a division expert for reading and understanding product blueprints, especially Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Coordinate applicable equipment calibrations with outside suppliers and generate related Purchase Orders (POs) and packing lists.
• Maintain, understand, and update all programs on gauging CMMs located throughout the division.
• Understand and explain blueprint symbols, dimensions, features, notes, and revision levels in layman terms.

• Basic mechanical aptitude, including the ability to read and interpret dimensions, tolerances, and assembly notes.
• Understanding of basic problem-solving skills, including statistical analysis, to drive root cause identification and problem solving.
• Ability to use shop mathematics, adjustable measuring devices, complicated drawings, or specialized training.
• Ability to plan and perform unusual and difficult work where only general methods are available, and make decisions involving considerable judgment and initiative.

• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Familiarity with various metrology tools such as height gauges, surface plates, optical comparators, plug gauges, and thread gauges.
• Experience with PC DMIS and Pro
  
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• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control, Windows, I-Notes, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Measurement System Evaluation (MSE), and DOE assistant.

Requires training up to and including four years.

• Requires little physical effort (continuous lifting up to 1 pound or frequent lifting up to 5 lbs., or occasional lifting of 5 - 35 lbs.).
• Requires continual attention of a normal degree, or concentrated attention for brief periods.
• Very good working conditions with an absence of disagreeable elements for all practical purposes.

• Uses all designated safety equipment, observes all safety rules, and follows recognized rules of safe practice. Maintains good housekeeping, keeps area and equipment clean.
• Performs duties of a similar or lesser skill to facilitate the flow of work in the department.
• The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

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