Metrology & Laboratory Specialist

About the Role Join Yazaki. Connect to the future. We are looking for a Metrology & Laboratory Specialist for our Ovar Plant in Portugal to support dimensional inspection, testing, equipment management and quality activities in an automotive environment. You will perform and analyze dimensional inspections and laboratory tests, ensuring reliable results and compliance with internal and customer requirements, and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory and metrology processes. What You'll Do

• Perform 2D and 3D dimensional inspections using appropriate measurement equipment and techniques.
• Perform dimensional inspection and analysis using X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT Scan).
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, tolerances and GD&T requirements.
• Analyse test methods, perform tests, evaluate results and prepare technical test reports.
• Ensure the correct management, calibration, maintenance and verification of measurement and test equipment.
• Support Measurement System Analysis activities, including R&R studies.
• Develop and update equipment operating instructions, internal test methods and laboratory procedures.
• Identify abnormalities during testing or inspection activities, perform initial analysis and support the definition of corrective actions.
• Support the investigation and analysis of internal and customer quality claims.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions and verify their effectiveness.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety and Laboratory Management System requirements.
• Maintain laboratory organization and 5S standards.
• Communicate directly with internal and external customers regarding technical clarification, test status and priorities.
• Identify and propose improvements to inspection methods, testing processes and laboratory efficiency.
• Support the preparation of test costs and quotations when required. What We're Looking For
• Technical education in Metrology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality, Mechatronics or a related technical field.
• Previous professional experience in metrology, dimensional inspection or laboratory activities, preferably within the automotive industry.