Manufacturing Technician - Construction & Manufacturing - Analysts

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring a Manufacturing Technician.

Position Type:
Full time Contract, Contract to Hire

Duration: 12 months

Location:

Wilmington, MA 01887 (Onsite/1st Shift/6:00AM)

As a Manufacturing Technician you will:

• The Quality Technician & CMM Programmer (First Shift) is primarily responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining inspection programs for a Zeiss Contura G2 coordinate measuring machine (CMM) using ZEISS CALYPSO.
• This role supports multiple programs by developing, validating, and optimizing CMM inspection routines; interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T; and documenting inspection results.
• The position also performs hands‑on dimensional inspections, identifies nonconformances, and partners with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure product conformance and timely issue resolution.

• Program, validate, troubleshoot, and optimize ZEISS CALYPSO inspection routines for the Zeiss Contura G2 CMM; operate the CMM to perform first article, in-process, final, and other dimensional inspections; interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T to determine inspection requirements and measurement strategies; create and maintain clear, controlled CMM program documentation and inspection records; verify CMM program results and measurement repeatability before release for production use;
  
  accurately document inspection results, nonconformances, and process discrepancies in applicable quality systems; perform supplemental dimensional and visual inspections using calibrated tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and specialized inspection equipment; collaborate with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production to resolve inspection and build issues; and follow all applicable quality procedures, safety guidelines, and configuration‑control processes.
• Required
  
  Qualifications and Skills:
  
  Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T. Demonstrated hands‑on experience programming and operating a Zeiss CMM using ZEISS CALYPSO, including experience developing and validating CMM inspection programs. Proficiency with standard mechanical inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges.
• Experience programming a Zeiss Contura G2 or comparable Zeiss bridge CMM is strongly preferred. Ability to interpret work instructions, specifications, and build documentation. Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem‑solving skills. High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, OR an Associate Degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience.

• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Must have 4 years CMM software Zeiss CALYPSO or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Keyence machines
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
• MS Office Outlook, Excel and Word
• Familiarity with Keyence systems or other digital inspection tools.
• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Coach operators on inspection best practices.

This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W‑2 basis.

We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that were successfully placed with our clients, subject to program guidelines.

Thank you!
Ankur Mishra
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