Gauge Technician
Linamar Corporation
Date: 4 weeks ago
City: Guelph, ON
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
Gauge Technician
The Gauge Technician position, under general supervision, is responsible for calibrating, testing, setting up, and repairing various controls, instruments, and gauges measuring all types of variables (these may include dimensional, magnetism, NDT, mechanical properties, metallurgical, or weight). In addition, may disassemble instruments and examine various components for problems and repair gauges or send for applicable repairs.
Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.
Performance Expectations
Clean, repair, and set up gauges for shop floor (micrometers, vernier, dial indicators, digital indicators), etc.
Calibrate company and employee gauges, inspection equipment.
Maintain computerized system of gauge inventory, calibration dates, calibration history and gauge location, gauge R and R dates and history.
Arrange for the calibration and repair of all gauging and inspection equipment not maintained internally.
Order gauges and equipment as needed and work with Quality Engineers to develop Gauge Plan on new programs.
Maintain inventory of archived/quarantined gauges no longer in current use.
Maintain and update a gauge calibration laboratory scope.
Maintain relations with gauge suppliers.
Write PO for inspection equipment.
Drawing interpretations, including GDT.
Update inspection documentation due to engineering changes, including Gauge Instructions.
Maintain effective communication with managers, supervisors, engineering and production employees.
Assist in the training of employees of proper use of gauges and inspection equipment.
Coordinate Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) including Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies.
Review quality control data and statistical data in order to examine trends.
Ability to assess severity of deviations of machined parts from specifications to determine approved inspection.
Credentials
High School Diploma or equivalent general education.
Minimum Two Years Of Previous Related Experience.
Metrology, SPC, Q.C. courses.
Possess Gauge Metrology certificate.
Trained on GAGE Calibration software.
Use computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining software
Ability to interpret scale drawings at various points throughout machining processes.
Able to operate Zeiss CMM Contrua for calibrating masters in house.
Knowledge of Statistical Analysis as it relates to gauging systems and inspection equipment.
Knowledge and experience with Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA – AIAG).
Desired Characteristics
Possess good communication skills to discuss work plans and coordinate tasks with other technicians to complete large orders.
Ability to work independently and in a team when needed.
Continuously keep up-to-date with new technologies, products and trends within the machining industry.
What Linamar Has To Offer
Opportunities for career advancement.
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Social committees and sports teams.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
Gauge Technician
The Gauge Technician position, under general supervision, is responsible for calibrating, testing, setting up, and repairing various controls, instruments, and gauges measuring all types of variables (these may include dimensional, magnetism, NDT, mechanical properties, metallurgical, or weight). In addition, may disassemble instruments and examine various components for problems and repair gauges or send for applicable repairs.
Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.
Performance Expectations
Clean, repair, and set up gauges for shop floor (micrometers, vernier, dial indicators, digital indicators), etc.
Calibrate company and employee gauges, inspection equipment.
Maintain computerized system of gauge inventory, calibration dates, calibration history and gauge location, gauge R and R dates and history.
Arrange for the calibration and repair of all gauging and inspection equipment not maintained internally.
Order gauges and equipment as needed and work with Quality Engineers to develop Gauge Plan on new programs.
Maintain inventory of archived/quarantined gauges no longer in current use.
Maintain and update a gauge calibration laboratory scope.
Maintain relations with gauge suppliers.
Write PO for inspection equipment.
Drawing interpretations, including GDT.
Update inspection documentation due to engineering changes, including Gauge Instructions.
Maintain effective communication with managers, supervisors, engineering and production employees.
Assist in the training of employees of proper use of gauges and inspection equipment.
Coordinate Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) including Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies.
Review quality control data and statistical data in order to examine trends.
Ability to assess severity of deviations of machined parts from specifications to determine approved inspection.
Credentials
High School Diploma or equivalent general education.
Minimum Two Years Of Previous Related Experience.
Metrology, SPC, Q.C. courses.
Possess Gauge Metrology certificate.
Trained on GAGE Calibration software.
Use computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining software
Ability to interpret scale drawings at various points throughout machining processes.
Able to operate Zeiss CMM Contrua for calibrating masters in house.
Knowledge of Statistical Analysis as it relates to gauging systems and inspection equipment.
Knowledge and experience with Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA – AIAG).
Desired Characteristics
Possess good communication skills to discuss work plans and coordinate tasks with other technicians to complete large orders.
Ability to work independently and in a team when needed.
Continuously keep up-to-date with new technologies, products and trends within the machining industry.
What Linamar Has To Offer
Opportunities for career advancement.
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Social committees and sports teams.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
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