Metrology Technician

International Automotive Components; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking a Metrology Technician to support its quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metrology and experience with CMM machines. Responsibilities include performing measurements, conducting capability studies, analyzing data, and preparing inspection reports. Attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential. This role contributes to the organization’s commitment to quality and innovation.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Gym scheme

Length of service awards

Responsibilities

• Support Laboratory Manager and report on key measures.
• Perform measurements using CMM machines and Portable Scanning Arm.
• Write and modify CMM/Scanning Arm programs.
• Perform capability studies and physical testing.
• Analyze data with statistical techniques.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Assist in the control of measuring/testing equipment.

Skills

Metrology experience

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to read engineering drawings

Ability to work unsupervised

Teamwork

Effective communication

PC skills including Excel

Tools

CMM machines

Portable Scanning Arm

LK Camio software

PC-DMIS software

Job description

At International Automotive Components, it’s what’s inside that really drives us. Operating across 19 countries, we bring over 160 years of automotive expertise to the forefront in crafting beautiful interiors that help to differentiate vehicles in the global marketplace. We believe our employees to be our greatest asset : we welcome employees of all backgrounds, and are proud to provide benefits such as professional development opportunities, a gym scheme, and length of service awards among many others.

We are excited to confirm the below opportunity to join our innovative and conscientious team :

Metrology Technician

Main missions and results :

• Support Laboratory Manager / Lead and report on key measures.
• Perform measurements using CMM machines / Portable Scanning Arm.
• Write / modify CMM / Scanning Arm programs from information packs including part passports, drawings and cad data as required.
• Perform measurements using traditional measurement equipment micrometres, calipers, slips, DTIs etc.
• Perform / participate in Gauge R&R Studies.
• Perform capability studies.
• Perform physical testing using a variety of test equipment.
• Analyse data using statistical techniques.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Use problem solving techniques to assist in internal & external quality concerns – using multifunctional team support.
• Working knowledge of quality technician role in all areas of the business.
• Support customer sites as required.
• Assistance in the control and maintenance of measuring / testing equipment and gauges.
• Assistance in the control and maintenance of CMM programs in line with customer requirements.
• Perform annual validation in line with schedule.

Preferred skills and experience : Essential

• Metrology experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings / CAD models.
• Ability to work unsupervised, using your own initiative to achieve objectives.
• Ability to make informed decisions based on data and risk evaluation.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Good PC skills, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Desirable :

• Previous experience of using LK Camio software to operate cmm.
• Ability to write / modify CMM programs using LK Camio software.
• Ability to write / modify Portable Arm programs using PC-DMIS software.
• Ability to review data and generate informative reports.
• Experience of working in the automotive sector.
• Knowledge of plastic injection moulding, paint and assembly high volume processes, working knowledge of problem-solving techniques