Metrologist

Company Description

Medmix is a global leader in high-precision delivery devices, with leading positions in healthcare, consumer and industrial end-markets. Our customers benefit from our dedication to innovation and technological advancement that has resulted in over 900 active patents. Our 14 production sites worldwide together with our highly motivated and experienced team of nearly 2'700 employees are at service of our customers with uncompromising quality, proximity and agility.

Medmix is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: MEDX).

Job Description

Join medmix and play a key role in ensuring the success of our operations in the U.S. and global markets by delivering reliable, cost-effective, and efficient products and services.

As a Metrologist, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing robust measurement systems that support the quality and performance of our manufacturing processes. This includes working with device layouts, materials, information flow, and equipment setup.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive continuous improvement by analyzing system performance, identifying opportunities for optimization, and implementing solutions that increase production efficiency. You will also play a critical part in ensuring that all systems involved in manufacturing meet established quality standards.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about precision, quality, and continuous improvement, and who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Main accountabilities and tasks

Investigate advanced metrology methods, including multi-sensor CMMs, non-contact inspection systems, and advanced sensors and gaging methods

This position requires the ability to work with minimal supervision/engineering oversight on a moderate level of engineering support tasks

Responsible for manufacturing and QC process design, including machinery selection and automation level selection, example CMM, laser scanning system, vision control system, manual equipment, build strong business case along with development or improvement concept

Responsible for fixtures and new parts

Program leadership on CMM

Test mechanical features using coordinate measuring machines (CMM), video-based inspection and measurement equipment

Drive the qualification of new measurement and testing equipment

Consult and guide site/supplier end users on training and maintenance of new fixtures and equipment

Responsible for calibration systems to include risk assessments, calibration schedule, calibration method, calibrations, assist in out of spec instrument investigations and other calibration duties as assigned.

Static and Dynamic repeatability studies for Measurement Fixtures, Manufacturing Tooling and Inline Measurement Gauges

Support design engineering on new development projects

Evaluates and provides input to inspection processes via inspection aids and instruction guidelines

Provide "hands on" support to manufacturing during manufacturing, assembly, and test of prototype and production hardware to ensure delivered products meet requirements, are easy to manufacture, and are testable during production for high yield product release

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on ensuring processes and techniques are aligned with future business needs

Take ownership as the point of contact including training staff of metrology issues

Support all shifts of 24/7 operations, may need to work off shift on temporary basis.

Qualifications

Work experience:

• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Read and understand mechanical drawings including GD&T
• Understand and lead statistical analysis
• Coordinate, create, and modify inspection routines on CMM for current and new components

Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical, physics or mathematical engineering, related field or equivalent work experience

Other skills and knowledge:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be able to communicate effectively on deviations to specifications
• Strong organizational skills and analytical mindset
• Initiative-taking and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of mechanical inspection methods and tools used to determine product acceptance

Additional Information

Benefits we offer Paid time off of 15 days per year (pro-rated 1st year)

• • Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary
  • Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle
  • Years of Service Awards

Medmix is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.