A vacancy exist in the Quality Department for a Metrologist who will be responsible for fulfilling the requirements and duties of the Metrology Room.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Create Measuring Programs for measurement of new and existing wheels
• Provide effective feedback to all relevant departments, if dimensional deviations or defects identified
• Prepare APQP/PPAP/ISIR documentation according to Customer requirements
• Participate in Problem solving activities, FMEA/Control Plan Meetings (Part of APQP)
• Conduct Routine testing and Product audits
• Take the lead on Gauging designs, approval and also creating work instructions thereof
• Calibration Maintain calibration status of all existing gauges and instruments inclusive of physical verification of instruments in accordance with works instructions, as well as all relevant documentation. Manage external calibration processes.
• Draft and follow MSA Plan relative to required R&R studies
• Conduct Capability studies/ad-hoc measurements as part of investigations; lead investigations into wheels not meeting requirements
• Documentation and record Maintain relevant filing systems (including drawings and measuring reports, registers and issue levels).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A tertiary qualification, e.g., ND Mech Eng or BTech Quality
• Minimum Matric with Maths and Science
• Certificate in CMM Measuring/3D Scanning
• Quality specific training in VDA6.3, IATF16949, Core Tools and CSRs

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years work experience in a factory environment
• Understanding and utilization of PC-DMIS CMM Software is essential
• Should have thorough knowledge of the entire plant processes
• Thorough knowledge of SA Quality Standards
• Experience with SPC/MSA/APQP/8D concepts

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Understand CMM Measuring equipment
• Thorough knowledge of Sampling process
• Ability to interpret technical drawings
• Ability to work under pressure, lead a team and be a team-player
• Ability to be pro-active, good time management skills
• Honest, have integrity and good communication skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Computer literacy is essential (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MiniTab, 3D Scanning)
• Must have a valid Drivers Licence (own transport preferable)