Assistant Metrologist

SUMMARY:
Our client in the automotive component manufacturing industry is currently looking to employ an Assistant Metrologist based in Port Elizabeth.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• A tertiary qualification, e.g. ND Mech Eng or BTech Quality.
• Minimum Matric with Math’s and Science.
• Quality specific training in VDA6.3, IATF16949, Core Tools and CSR’s.
• Minimum 5 years' work experience in a wheel making factory environment.
• Should have thorough knowledge of the entire plant processes.
• Thorough knowledge of Company’s Quality Standards.
• Should have experience with SPC/MSA/APQP/8D concepts.
• Understanding of CMM Measuring equipment.
• Computer literacy is essential (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Minitab).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License (own transport preferable).
• Ability to interpret drawings.

• Measuring Programs development 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 FMEA-Meetings and Control Plan-Meetings (Part of APQP).
• Support with conduct of Routine testing and Product audits.
• 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.
• Capability studies/ad-hoc measurements as part of investigations; assist with investigations into wheels not meeting requirements.
• Documentation and record – Maintain relevant filing systems (including drawings and measuring reports, registers, and issue levels).