A vacancy exist in the Quality Department for a Metrologist who will be responsible for fulfilling the requirements and duties of the Metrology Room.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Create Measuring Programs for measurement of new and existing wheels
Provide effective feedback to all relevant departments, if dimensional deviations or defects identified
Prepare APQP/PPAP/ISIR documentation according to Customer requirements
Participate in Problem solving activities, FMEA/Control Plan Meetings (Part of APQP)
Conduct Routine testing and Product audits
Take the lead on Gauging designs, approval and also creating work instructions thereof
Calibration – Maintain calibration status of all existing gauges and instruments – inclusive of physical verification of instruments in accordance with works instructions, as well as all relevant documentation. Manage external calibration processes.
Draft and follow MSA Plan relative to required R&R studies
Conduct Capability studies/ad-hoc measurements as part of investigations; lead investigations into wheels not meeting requirements
Documentation and record – Maintain relevant filing systems (including drawings and measuring reports, registers and issue levels).

QUALIFICATIONS:
A tertiary qualification, e.g., ND Mech Eng or BTech Quality
Minimum Matric with Maths and Science
Certificate in CMM Measuring/3D Scanning
Quality specific training in VDA6.3, IATF16949, Core Tools and CSR’s

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 5 years work experience in a factory environment
Understanding and utilization of PC-DMIS CMM Software
Should have thorough knowledge of the entire plant processes
Thorough knowledge of SA Quality Standards
Experience with SPC/MSA/APQP/8D concepts

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Understand CMM Measuring equipment
Thorough knowledge of Sampling process
Ability to interpret technical drawings
Ability to work under pressure, lead a team and be a team-player
Ability to be pro-active, good time management skills
Honest, have integrity and good communication skills
Excellent attendance record
Computer literacy is essential (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MiniTab, 3D Scanning)
Must have a valid Drivers Licence (own transport preferable)