2nd Shift Metrology Technician - CMM & Optical Inspection

Gm Performance Power Units; Crawley; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan including company match

Life insurance

32 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

On-site gym

GM vehicle purchase/lease program

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC is seeking a 2nd Shift Quality Technician to lead advanced metrology inspections using tactile CMMs and optical systems, ensuring precise data for production and R&D components.

You will develop and optimize inspection programs, interpret GD&T, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with Quality Engineers to drive improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with QMS and FIA regulations.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or technical diploma with hands-on metrology experience.
• Significant hands-on experience in metrology or quality inspection.
• Practical experience with tactile CMMs and optical systems.
• GD&T knowledge and ability to read aerospace/automotive drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complex inspections using CMMs, structured light scanners, laser systems and metrology tools.
• Develop, optimize, and validate CMM and optical inspection programs from CAD models.
• Interpret GD&T requirements and advise on measurement feasibility and results.
• Lead investigations of dimensional nonconformances and support root cause analysis.
• Train, mentor, and support junior technicians in equipment use and reporting.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers to improve inspection strategies and workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement in metrology accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with internal QMS and FIA regulations.

Skills

Metrology experience

CMM & optical systems

GD&T knowledge

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Apprenticeship or technical diploma

Tools

Zeiss Calypso or equivalent

Job description

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC is seeking a 2nd Shift Quality Technician to lead advanced metrology inspections using tactile CMMs and optical systems, ensuring precise data for production and R&D components.

You will develop and optimize inspection programs, interpret GD&T, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with Quality Engineers to drive improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with QMS and FIA regulations.