METROLOGIST

(Internal Posting – Open to Current TDA Employees Only – 5 Day Posting)

Salary Information: B19, $4,400.00 - $4,650.00/MO.

State Classification: Inspector V - 1325

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Posting Number: 24-57246-1

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/551/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Metrologist will perform advanced inspection work in the state metrology lab. You will work on planning, developing, and implementing measurement standards according to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Office of Weights & Measure (OWM) requirements. You will serve as a state legal signatory, technical consultant and liaison with industry and government agencies. You may train others. You will test, calibrate, and certify standards within the calibration and measuring capabilities of the lab for other labs, industry and governmental jurisdictions. You will work under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES

Perform metrological calibrations on artifacts received within the calibration and measuring capabilities (scope) of the lab, in a manner that is metrologically traceable through NIST to the International System of Units (SI). Compile and generate official calibration certificates as an approved signatory according to the international standards requirements for reporting results in ISO/IEC 17025, Handbook 143 and NVLAP Handbook 150.

Facilitate lab traceability, quality control, technical standards compliance and laboratory’s calibration program. Develop and maintain calibration spreadsheets, calibration control charts, and a variety of statistical computations to monitor quality performance. Contribute to the development and compilation of the annual NIST Recognition submission packet and to any required submission for accreditation approval.

Contribute to the development and establishment of lab policy and procedures addressing the management system objectives, quality, purchasing, complaints, non-conforming work, improvements, corrective actions, root cause analyses, identification of training needs, and environmental conditions.

Comply with requirements, laws, regulations, NIST handbook requirements, standard operating procedures, policies, and procedures for the state metrology laboratory. Assist with preparing and reviewing literature, statutes, rules, and international standards.

Participate in training activities by participating in regional measurement assurance program training sessions, webinars, proficiency testing / inter-laboratory comparisons and other mandatory training required to retain metrologist signatory credential. Assist with the training of laboratory staff on metrology, quality, and technical topics.

Contribute to the effective laboratory administrative operations, by recording lab meeting minutes, compiling, and generating technical reports, budget prioritization, and legislative information reports.

Contribute to and participate in collaborative meetings, including laboratory staff meetings, regional measurement assurance meetings, and management review meetings.

Receive and respond to telephone inquiries and provides consultation to external customers and agency staff regarding metrology, quality, and technical topics.

Routinely conduct internal audits to determine trends and resolve technical problems; perform root cause analyses; and recommend corrective, preventative or improvement actions to lab manager.

Conduct risk assessment audits to identify, analyze, evaluate, and treat risk primarily concerning safety, economic, ethical and measurement quality in the metrology lab.

Ship and receive artifacts including loading and unloading of large trucks.

Perform ground and building maintenance duties inside and outside the laboratory.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Bachelors degree (one year work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college).

Minimum (4) years work experience in consumer protection and/or weights and measures.

Completion of NIST’s Mass and Volume classes, including LAP problems or successful completion within 24 months.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Work experience performing statistical computations for determining process controls and quality management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of laws, codes, standards, and regulations related to the area of responsibility; of the principles and methods of inspection and quality control; and of business practices in regulated occupations and industries.

Skill in conducting inspections; in determining proper courses of action; in using instruments or tools necessary to perform inspections; in using a computer and applicable programs and databases; in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; and in maintaining records and written reports.

Ability to prepare reports; to interpret laws and regulations; to gather and analyze data; to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in both an office and a laboratory. Work involves safely lifting and carrying 50-100 pounds repeatedly and remaining stationary for extended periods of time. May involve walking; standing; pushing and pulling; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and travel, occasionally overnight. Also involves operating a precision laboratory balance, forklift, and overhead hoist. Involves infrequent exposure to gaseous fumes and chemicals at levels within allowable short term exposure levels. May involve travel (up to 10%), occasionally overnight.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include: