Metrologist

United States·Tacomamid

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Key Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Advisory Roles: Advise technical staff and management on selection of proper equipment,

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At AST, we enhance the efficiency, productivity, and safety of flexible aseptic manufacturing processes for the worldwide Life Science Industry by offering innovative products, services, and solutions.

Do you want to contribute to a shared vision and mission? Would you like to bring your unique talents to have a significant impact at a growing company? At AST we strive to build a workplace that enables every team member to meet and exceed their capabilities. We set our expectations high and provide the environment and resources necessary to bring out the very best.

Competitive compensation for onsite WA applicants is $100,000 to $120,000 annually. All applicants are welcome to apply.

Employee benefits include: Medical (HSA & PPO), Paid Dental, Vision, HSA account with employer contribution, (eligible the first of the month following your date of hire), Long/Short term disability, 401(K) (Traditional & Roth options) with up to 5% company match (eligible 90 days after date of hire), Education Assistance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holiday, and bonus potential. All benefits on this page are subject to change.

What can I expect in this role?:
The Metrologist is responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining measurement and calibration systems that ensure the accuracy and traceability of dimensional and process measurements. This role supports AST by establishing measurement standards, analyzing data, and implementing best-practice metrology methods to ensure compliance with requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Advisory Roles: Advise technical staff and management on selection of proper equipment, standards, and best practices.
Calibration & Maintenance: Manage calibration program and maintain measurement devices (micrometers, CMMs, scales) to ensure they meet standards and specifications.
Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of QC Technicians.
Inspection: Inspect finished products, new parts, and tools for dimensional accuracy and quality, often using complex equipment.
Procedure Development: Create, document, and refine measurement methods, protocols, and standards.
Data Analysis: Analyze measurement data to ensure consistency and troubleshoot discrepancies, reporting findings.
Develop measurement programs for automated inspection systems.
Support new product development by advising on measurement feasibility, tolerancing, and inspection planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Expected travel: <10%.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Metrology or related engineering field is required.
5+ years of metrology or precision measurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent leadership, team-building, and mentoring skills.
Experience with CMM operation and programming; experience with advanced metrology tools is a plus.
Demonstrated proficiency in GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take and successfully pass a drug test.
Must be willing to submit and successfully pass a background check.

AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal/professional development is our key to this longevity.

This is a full-time position based in Tacoma, WA.

AST is an equal opportunity employer.