Contract Metrologist

Owen Daniels; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Metrologist to join a West Midlands manufacturing team for a 3 month contract. The role focuses on calibration of measuring instruments, MCOSMOS programming, and dimensional inspections to support production and quality requirements.

You will work afternoons and evenings, collaborating with Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with customer specifications. MCOSMOS experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous metrologist or calibration engineer experience.
• Extensive MCOSMOS programming experience.
• Strong dimensional metrology and calibration knowledge.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate dimensional measuring instruments and reference standards.
• Program and operate CMMs using PC-DMIS.
• Perform dimensional inspections and verification for production and quality.
• Lead root-cause analysis for dimensional and quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain calibration records, reports, and documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

MCOSMOS programming

CMM operation

Metrology

Tools

PC-DMIS

Job description

Are you a Metrologist with a strong background in programming using MCOSMOS? We are seeking a Metrologist on a 3 month contract basis for a manufacturing business in the West Midlands.

Contract Metrologist

• 3 month Contract
• Competitive Rate - Outside IR35
• Monday to Friday - Afternoons and evening shifts
• West Midlands

Job Description

• Perform calibration of dimensional measuring instruments and reference standards to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using PC-DMIS software.
• Carry out dimensional inspections and verification activities to support production and quality requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations relating to dimensional and quality concerns, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed calibration records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with customer requirements.

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Metrologist, Calibration Engineer, CMM Engineer, or similar role.
• Extensive MCOSMOS programming experience.
• Strong understanding of dimensional metrology and calibration processes.
• Experience using a variety of precision measuring equipment and inspection tools.