About The Role

The Metrology Technician supports manufacturing and quality operations through accurate and timely dimensional and functional inspection of components, sub-assemblies, and systems. This role is focused on executing inspection activities using established methods, programs, and work instructions to verify compliance to engineering drawings, specifications, and CTQ requirements.

The technician operates metrology and inspection equipment, records and validates measurement results, and partners closely with Metrology Engineers, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support incoming, in-process, and supplier inspection needs. The role is hands-on and detail-oriented, playing a critical part in defect detection, containment, and data integrity within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using hand tools and automated measurement equipment.
• Operate CMMs, vision systems, laser scanners, and other inspection equipment following established programs.
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and escalate issues according to established procedures.
• Accurately document inspection results, calibration records, and nonconformances.
• Support Incoming Quality, In-Process inspection, and Supplier Quality activities as required.
• Maintain inspection equipment, fixtures, and lab organization.
• Execute routine and non-routine calibration of measurement tools and gages per calibration schedules.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety procedures at all times.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as a Metrology Technician, Quality Technician, or Calibration Technician.
• Hands-on experience with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Experience operating CMM or automated inspection systems preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret basic GD&T.
• Familiarity with calibration systems, inspection records, and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a production-driven environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in electronics, mechanical assemblies, or EMS/ODM manufacturing.
• Exposure to ISO quality systems or calibration standards.

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be around $22.50/hr. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

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What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.