Top 83 Metrology Jobs in Vadnais Heights, Mn

Quality Assurance Manager
Lowell Inc. —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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7d
CNC Swiss Machinist - Nights or Weekend
Lowell Inc. —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $30 - $39 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Control Inspector
Taylor Machine Inc. —Circle Pines, MN
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Calibration/Metrology Technician III
Medtronic —Mounds View, MN
- $28.65 - $42.98 an hour
- Overtime
- Windows
- Analysis skills
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2d
First Article Inspector (Direct Hire) 2nd shift
Donatelle —Saint Paul, MN
- $22 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer
Accelera —Saint Anthony, MN
- $33.25 - $46.20 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
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Senior Metals Process Technician
SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc. —Bloomington, MN
- $27.88 - $41.82 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Robo 4 Wafer Dicing Technician
Twin City Staffing —Shoreview, MN
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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3d
Experienced Lathe Machinist - Nights or Weekend
Lowell Inc. —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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EDM Machinist - Night Shift
Lowell Inc. —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $27 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Quality Inspector
Twin City Staffing —Blaine, MN
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Temporary
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Associate's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Engineer (Level 3 or 4)
Northrop Grumman —Plymouth, MN
- $98,900 - $185,000 a year
- Overtime
- Up to 50% travel
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
14d
CNC Toolmaker
Accelera —Minneapolis, MN
- $33.25 - $53.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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CNC Mill Machinist
Randstad —Minneapolis, MN
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Full-time
- High school
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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1d
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Metrology
Boston Scientific —Maple Grove, MN
- $85,000 - $161,500 a year
- Neurology
- Senior level
- Mechanical knowledge
2d
Quality Engineer II
TSI Incorporated —Shoreview, MN
- $92,000 - $100,000 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Metrology Technician
Takeda Pharmaceutical —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $21.59 - $33.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Metrologist II
Abbott Laboratories —Saint Paul, MN
- $27.85 - $55.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Calibration Coordinator
Ascential Medical & Life Sciences —Ham Lake, MN
- $34 an hour
- 7 years
- Engineering
- High school diploma or GED
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Quality Technician I (Weekends: Fridays - Sundays, 5:00am - 5:30pm)
Innovize —Saint Paul, MN
- $19.42 - $26.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- High school diploma or GED

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Quality Assurance Manager

Lowell Inc. -
Brooklyn Park, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $140,000 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Profit sharing
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Measurement-based inspection
Customer communication
Operations management
Team leadership
ISO standards
Shift management
Team development
Dimensional measurements
Parts drawings
Precision measurement in machining
ASME codes & standards
Optical comparators
Biomedical regulatory compliance
Quality audits
FDA regulations
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Quality Assurance Manager

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Manager leads all operational inspection and metrology activities at Lowell. The role oversees the Inspection Managers/Supervisors and CMM Supervisor, owns the calibration program, and serves as the senior technical authority on inspection methods, gauge selection, and metrology decisions for both released production and new product introduction (NPI) work.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a candidate who can interpret prints in accordance with ASME Y14.5, makes sound decisions about inspection approaches, and can clearly defend those decisions to engineers and customers. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of building inspection teams that deliver right-the-first-time results in a regulated environment.

Lowell is a leader in the precision machining of complex implants and instruments for the medical device industry. Our machinists manufacture complex lifesaving components and orthopedic implants that improve quality of life and save lives. We are committed to staying on the cutting edge of automation application.

Key Responsibilities

People Leadership

· Lead, develop, and coach direct reports mentioned above.

· Build technical depth and succession across the inspection and CMM functions

· Manage performance, hiring, and capacity planning across inspection and metrology staff

· Resolve cross-shift and cross-function escalations involving inspection authority

Inspection and Metrology Operations

· Own the operational execution of receiving, in-process, and final inspection on machined components and assemblies.

· Approve inspection methods, fixturing, and gauge selection for new and existing parts

· Lead resolution of measurement disputes with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering

· Ensure inspection capacity and throughput keep pace with production demand

CMM and Programming Oversight

· Provide technical direction to the CMM Supervisor on programming standards, probe selection, and measurement strategy

· Review and approve CMM programs for complex or critical features

· Drive consistency in CMM methodology across machines and operators

Calibration Program

· Own the operational calibration program: schedules, recall, vendor management, OOC investigation

· Partner with the Quality Systems Manager on calibration procedures and records as QMS documents

Quality System Participation

· Participate in MRB dispositions and provide technical judgment on nonconforming product

· Support CAPA investigations involving inspection escape, measurement system error, or operator method

· Represent inspection and metrology in BSI surveillance audits and FDA inspections

· Partner with the Quality Systems Manager on procedural changes affecting inspection execution

Customer and NPI Engagement

· Serve as the senior inspection voice in customer-facing technical discussions

· Partner with ME/QE on inspection method development for NPI parts

· Approve First Article Inspection (FAI) packages and PQ measurement submissions

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, metrology, or a related technical field; equivalent experience will be considered.

· 10+ years of progressive experience in inspection and metrology for precision-machined components.

· 5+ years of people management experience, including leadership of managers or supervisors.

· Demonstrated technical depth in dimensional inspection, including GD&T, hard gauging, optical comparators, surface finish measurement, vision measurement, etc.

· Working knowledge of CMM operation and programming logic, with the ability to evaluate CMM strategy and probe selection.

· Fluency in print reading and GD&T interpretation in accordance with ASME Y14.5.

· Experience leading inspection teams in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as medical device or aerospace.

· Familiarity with ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 / QMSR requirements.

· Direct experience supporting third-party audits, including ISO, BSI, AS9100, or FDA inspections.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to defend technical positions to customers and regulators.

Preferred Qualifications

· Hands-on CMM/VMS programming experience with Zeiss Calypso, PC-DMIS, Zone3, or similar platforms.

· Medical device manufacturing experience, particularly with orthopedic or cardiovascular implants.

· ASQ certification, such as CQM/OE, CQE, or CMI.

· Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

· Experience with measurement systems analysis, including Gage R&R, bias, and linearity studies.

· Experience implementing or improving calibration programs.

Benefits

· Lowell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, PTO, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k Retirement Plan with 3% employer contribution, and Profit-Sharing plan.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

people management: 5 years (Required)
progressive experience in inspection and metrology: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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metrology jobs in vadnais heights, mn

Quality Assurance Manager

CNC Swiss Machinist - Nights or Weekend

Quality Control Inspector

Calibration/Metrology Technician III

First Article Inspector (Direct Hire) 2nd shift

Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Metals Process Technician

Robo 4 Wafer Dicing Technician

Experienced Lathe Machinist - Nights or Weekend

EDM Machinist - Night Shift

Quality Inspector

Quality Engineer (Level 3 or 4)

CNC Toolmaker

CNC Mill Machinist

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Metrology

Quality Engineer II

Metrology Technician

Metrologist II

Calibration Coordinator

Quality Technician I (Weekends: Fridays - Sundays, 5:00am - 5:30pm)

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