Location: WV10 6TB, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, West Midlands, UKMetrology Manager (Advanced Measurement & Inspection)Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 Hours: Days, 39 hours per week Location: On-site Contract: PermanentAn opportunity has opened up for an experienced Metrology Manager to lead and develop a modernising metrology and measurement function within a busy manufacturing environment.The department is undergoing positive change, with investment in new equipment and a clear focus on improving capability, efficiency and data-driven decision making. This role will suit someone who enjoys both leading people and being hands-on with advanced measurement technology.The Metrology Manager roleYou'll be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operation of the metrology and laboratory function, ensuring all customer and internal measurement and testing requirements are met accurately, safely and on time.You'll lead a team of measurement and metallurgical technicians, drive continuous improvement within the lab, and act as the technical authority for measurement strategy, equipment utilisation and programming.Key responsibilities of Metrology Manager include: Leading and managing the metrology and laboratory team, including workload planning, training, competency development and appraisalsOverseeing the operation, maintenance and calibration of all measurement and inspection equipmentEnsuring control plans and customer-defined test schedules are met consistentlyProgramming and optimising metrology equipment such as CMMs, 3D scanning and related softwareInvestigating product or process non-conformities and supporting root cause analysisCreating, monitoring and reporting relevant KPIsDriving continuous improvement across measurement capability, accuracy and efficiencyDriving continuous improvement across measurement capability, accuracy and efficiencyActing as a technical point of contact for customer quality concernsEnsuring compliance with internal systems, procedures and control plans What we're looking for from Metrology Manager candidatesThis role is open to candidates from a range of manufacturing sectors, not limited to automotive, provided you have strong metrology leadership and technical capability.You'll ideally bring:• Proven experience managing or leading a metrology or measurement function • Strong working knowledge of measurement and lab equipment such as CMMs, 3D scanning systems and associated software (e.g. PC-DMIS, PolyWorks or similar) • Programming experience with metrology equipment • A methodical, data-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills • The ability to interpret and apply customer specifications and industry standards • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead and influence a technical teamQualifications• HNC or higher in Measurement, Metrology, Metallurgy, Materials Engineering or a related discipline is preferredWhy this role?• A genuine opportunity to shape and modernise a metrology department • Investment in new equipment and technology • A leadership role with real influence on quality and process improvement • Stable, days-based role with no shift workThis role reports into the Plant Quality leadership and plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, customer confidence and continuous improvement across the business.
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