Metrology Specialist: Data-Driven Quality & Automation

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription and VisI

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching

Retirement Income Account

Life insurance

BMW Associates Assistance Program

Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA

Company vehicle program

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Woodruff, SC is seeking a Metrology Specialist to deliver precise measurement data, set up and execute investigations, and lead metrology projects across the Plant Spartanburg area. You will manage equipment, develop automated measurement programs, and support root-cause analysis with strong CAD and metrology software experience.

Candidates should have a technical engineering degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, 5+ years with tactile and optical metrology,

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS degree in a technical field AND 2 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design OR the equivalent of 4 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design.
• 5+ years of professional tactile and/or optical metrology equipment experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience reading blueprints, drawings, and/or measurement plans.
• 3+ years of CAD experience (CATIA preferred).
• 3+ years of metrology software experience (Polyworks, Calypso, and/or Zeiss Inspect (GOM) preferred).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Metrology or GD&T professional certificate (preferred).
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt training (preferred).
• Blitz HV2 (preferred).
• 5+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 5+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• 5+ years knowledge of Body, Assembly, Quality, or Battery processes (preferred).
• 5+ years knowledge of 3D alignment (preferred).
• 5+ years of tactile and optical measurement equipment skills.
• 3+ years of automated measurement programming skills (preferred).
• 3+ years of mechanical skills in a virtual and hands-on environment.
• 3+ years of leadership skills.
• German language skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Delivers accurate measurement data to the customer within established time requirements.
• Determines the necessary set-up and measurement method for investigations.
• Analyzes data provided to customers and provides accurate data to customer to support root cause analysis of issues.
• Develops and manages automated programs with defined outcomes.
• Develops solutions to complex metrology problems for single part measurements, total vehicle, cubing evaluations, and/or process and dimensional investigations.
• Develops and provides training for Metrology associates.
• Supports with adhering to BMW Group standards for testing equipment (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning) and testing methods, if applicable.
• Executes measurement plans using relevant software/measurement equipment.
• Manages planning, maintenance, calibration, and operation of all equipment in the assigned area, if applicable.
• Represents metrology topics for Plant Spartanburg in launch teams.
• Collaborates with process partners on Plant-wide PMP (Problem-Management Process), 8D, and cross-functional teams.
• Benchmarks BMW Group Plants and implements best practices.
• Leads assigned metrology projects for technology, if applicable.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt

5+ years metrology experience

3+ years CAD experience (CATIA)

3+ years metrology software (Polyworks

3+ years of automated measurement

leadership skills

communication skills

German language (preferred)

5+ years knowledge of 3D alignment

5+ years 3D alignment schemes

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS with 2 years experience OR 4 years manufacturing experience

Tools

CATIA

Polyworks

Calypso

Zeiss Inspect (GOM)

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access)

Job description

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Woodruff, SC is seeking a Metrology Specialist to deliver precise measurement data, set up and execute investigations, and lead metrology projects across the Plant Spartanburg area. You will manage equipment, develop automated measurement programs, and support root-cause analysis with strong CAD and metrology software experience.

Candidates should have a technical engineering degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, 5+ years with tactile and optical metrology,