CMM Operations - Skilled Associate -J69063

Expleo Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Expleo Group is seeking an experienced CMM Operations Skilled Associate for an entirely on-site role in Wolverhampton. You will program and operate Zeiss GOM Scanbox and Zeiss Calypso/CMM equipment to perform dimensional inspections across components and assemblies.

You will interpret drawings, GD&T, and customer specs, maintain calibration, and contribute to process improvements while collaborating with production and engineering teams. Friday hours are shorter, with a 40-hour week overall.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
• Indentured or time-served apprenticeship aligned to metrology/quality.
• Hands-on experience with CMMs and metrology software.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program Zeiss GOM Scanbox for dimensional inspection.
• Operate and program CMMs to inspect components and assemblies.
• Perform first article, in-process and final inspections per quality requirements.
• Produce and communicate dimensional inspection reports using metrology software (Calypso/Inspect).
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T; verify calibration and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and improve inspection programs, fixtures, and measurement processes.
• Maintain inspection records per company procedures and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Metrology

CMM programming

Dimensional inspection

GD&T interpretation

Team support

Education

NVQ Level 3

Indentured/apprenticeship

Tools

Zeiss GOM Scanbox

Zeiss Calypso

Zeiss Inspect

Job description

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Please note: Friday working hours are generally 1 hour shorter. This is a fully onsite role with no hybrid working available.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced CMM Operations Skilled Associate to join a leading automotive manufacturing environment in Wolverhampton. This role is ideal for a skilled metrology professional with hands-on experience programming and operating Zeiss GOM Scanbox and Zeiss Calypso CMM equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and program Zeiss GOM Scanbox Equipment to perform dimensional inspection of components and assemblies.


• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to perform dimensional inspection of components and assemblies.


• Conduct first article inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections in accordance with quality requirements.


• Produce, analyse, and communicate dimensional inspection reports using appropriate metrology software. (Zeiss Calypso, Zeiss Inspect etc)


• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), specifications, and customer requirements.


• Verify and maintain inspection equipment in line with calibration and quality system requirements.


• Develop and improve inspection programs, fixtures, and measurement processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.


• Ensure inspection records and documentation are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company procedures.


• Assist with process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the quality and manufacturing functions.


• Actively support the use of knowledge sharing within the team


• Work with limited supervision, prioritising workload and making sound technical decisions within established procedures.

Skills Required:-

• Good communication skills with the ability to support production and engineering teams

Education:

NVQ Level 3, Indentured apprenticeship, time served apprenticeship relevant to the field of work.