Hard Gauge Technician

Job Description: 

As a Hard Gauge Technician, you will carry out inline inspection of Powertrain components within our Advanced Manufacturing Centre. Using a range of precision measuring equipment, you will ensure components meet engineering specifications, identify non-conformances, and work closely with Production and Engineering to maintain quality standards and support continuous improvement.

The Role: 

• Carry out inline inspection of manufactured engine blocks, cylinder heads and other Powertrain components in line with engineering requirements.

• Use a range of precision measuring equipment, including digital calipers, micrometers, air gauges, thread gauges, plug gauges, Rok-It gauges and a Mahr contour tracer.

• Complete inspections accurately and within the required timescales to support production.

• Identify, report and escalate any quality concerns or non-conformances to Production and Engineering teams.

• Work collaboratively with Engineering to support investigation and resolution of quality issues.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and 5S activities within the department.

• Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure compliance with quality procedures.

• Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.

• Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.

Candidate Profile: 

• Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

• Experience using precision measuring equipment and interpreting measurement results.

• Strong attention to detail with a logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

• A positive, flexible approach and willingness to work as part of an integrated team.

• An engineering apprenticeship is desirable.

• An understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T would be advantageous.

• Experience within metrology or operating a CMM would be beneficial.