Senior Metrologist / Lab Manager Nashville, TN | Local Candidates Only | Full-Time We are seeking an experienced Senior Metrologist / Lab Manager to join a growing Nashville manufacturing operation that is expanding significantly and expected to approximately double in size. This newly created position is a hands-on technical leadership role responsible for site metrology, CMM programming, gauge calibration, laboratory equipment, and regulatory testing coordination. The successful candidate will supervise two hourly teams while owning the site's metrology system and supporting the continued expansion of its capabilities.
Key Responsibilities: Program and maintain CMMs using PC-DMISLead dimensional inspection, GD&T, gauge validation, and new gauge builds Own gauge calibration, traceability, records, repairs, and third-party services Supervise and coordinate two hourly teams Maintain and support CMMs and other metrology equipment Coordinate FMVSS and other regulatory testing Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve measurement issues Support audits and quality-system activities with the QMS Engineer Help expand site metrology capabilities as the operation grows
Required Qualifications: Hands-on CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS2+ years of leadership experience as a Team Lead, Supervisor, or similar technical leadership role Strong background in dimensional inspection and GD&TExperience with gauge calibration and measurement systems Experience maintaining and modifying CMM programs Experience maintaining, repairing, or coordinating service for metrology equipment Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications: Automotive manufacturing experience Automotive glass or laboratory experienceFMVSS or regulatory testing experience Gage Trak or similar calibration-management software 3D scanning or advanced metrology experienceCAD/CAM and Solid WorksISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 experience Internal Auditor certification or training Six Sigma Black Belt certificationMSA, Gage R&R, Minitab, and statistical analysis experience Gauge design, validation, and new gauge build experience This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing site's metrology operation while working closely with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Corporate leadership. The position also offers the potential for expanded international metrology responsibilities as the organization continues to grow. Apply now or contact me directly for additional information about the opportunity.#Metrology #CMM #PCDMIS #GDandT #CADCAM #Solid Works #Quality #Automotive #Manufacturing #Calibration #Dimensional Inspection #IATF16949 #ISO9001 #Six Sigma #Minitab #Quality Engineering #Lab Manager #Engineering Jobs #Nashville Jobs

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