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Aptyx · 2 weeks ago

Metrology/Programmer - QA Technician III

Torrington, CT, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$25/hr - $35/hr

3+ years exp

Aptyx is seeking a highly skilled Quality Assurance Technician III – Metrology with expertise in Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and Industrial CT Scanning. This role involves supporting dimensional inspection and quality assurance activities in a medical plastic injection molding environment, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory and customer requirements.

ManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Perform complex dimensional inspections of medical injection molded components using CMMs and industrial CT scanning systems, as well as other precision measurement tools

Develop, program, and optimize CMM inspection programs (e.g., PC-DMIS or equivalent)

Execute and analyze CT scan measurements for internal geometry, wall thickness, porosity, and complex features not accessible through traditional measurement methods

Interpret and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to ensure accurate and repeatable measurement strategies

Lead development of inspection plans, measurement strategies, and sampling methodologies for new and existing products

Partner with Engineering, Tooling, and Manufacturing during NPI, First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP, and validation activities to define appropriate measurement approaches using CMM and CT technologies

Evaluate part design and tooling for measurability and provide feedback to Engineering

Perform calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of CMM and CT scanning systems, ensuring ongoing accuracy and compliance

Maintain calibration and verification records in accordance with ISO 13485 and internal Quality Management System (QMS) requirements

Support measurement system analysis (MSA) for CMM and CT equipment

Apply SPC, MSA, and capability studies (Cp/Cpk) to evaluate manufacturing process performance

Lead root cause investigations related to dimensional nonconformances and measurement system issues using structured problem-solving methodologies

Drive and support CAPA activities tied to metrology and inspection findings

Document inspection results, CT scan analyses, deviations, and investigations in compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and internal procedures

Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits related to metrology, CMM, and CT scanning processes

Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for CMM and CT scanning technologies

Train and mentor Quality Technicians and Manufacturing personnel on metrology principles, GD&T, and equipment operation

Establish and improve standardized work and best practices for advanced metrology

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and automation

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Tooling to resolve quality issues and improve process robustness

Communicate metrology findings clearly and effectively to cross-functional teams and leadership

Qualification

CMM programmingIndustrial CT scanningGD&T (ASME Y14.5)SPCISO 13485FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820)Analytical skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaborative mindset