Cosworth
Hard Gauge Technician
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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.
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- 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.
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