Skills & Knowledge

• Diploma or certificate in Metrology, Mechanical Engineering, or Quality.
• 25 years of experience in metrology, preferably in automotive or plastic injection moulding.
• Proficient in CMM operation and GD&T interpretation.
• Experience with PPAP submissions, APQP and measurement system analysis (R&R).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively with technical teams.

Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Results driven and has initiative
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Responsibilities:

• Dimensional Measurement & Analysis
• Metrology Reporting & Documentation
• Calibration & Equipment Control
• Problem Solving & Technical Support
• Quality Compliance
• Equipment Management
• Customer Feedback

A vacancy exists in Gqeberha 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.
• 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 Mechanical Engineering or BTech Quality
• Qualified Trade Preferably Toolmaking or Mechanical
• 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 Metrology Lab in a factory environment
• Understanding and utilization of PC-DMIS CMM Software
• Should have thorough knowledge of the entire plant processes
• 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 and disciplinary records
• Computer literacy is essential (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MiniTab, 3D Scanning)
• Must have a valid Drivers License (own transport preferable)