Thobani Tsheti
Uitenhage
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in metrology, I bring a comprehensive background in precision measurement and quality analysis across diverse industries, including Automotive, Aviation, Engineering, and Mining Services. My expertise encompasses operating advanced metrology tools such as Faro Arms, Dual CMM systems (Vento, Zeiss, Mitutoyo), and Gom Atos Scanners.
Throughout my career, I have excelled in managing and executing complex projects with a focus on precision and process improvement. My recent IT Diploma in Business Analytics has further honed my skills in leveraging data for strategic decision-making. I am adept at dimensional analysis, root cause investigation, and optimizing production processes, which aligns perfectly with the requirements of roles focused on QA Metrology.
As a dedicated team leader and mentor, I have consistently supported and guided emerging professionals in the metrology field. My hands-on experience includes:
- Dimensional Analysis: Conducting detailed quality assessments and root cause analyses using sophisticated measurement tools.
- Project Management: Overseeing vehicle projects and new equipment activities with a keen focus on precision and efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Metrologist
Purem Eberspacher
05.2024 - Current
- • Provide metrology-based technical assistance to manufacturing areas
through inspection and testing, using model-based inspection programs,
blueprints, engineering standards, specifications, and manufacturing
plans
• Perform the measurements for purchased parts for incoming inspection
according to control plan (including conformity checks of material
certificates as well as Programs
• Perform the measurements for Finished Good parts according to control
plan as well as Programs, Initial samples,
• Support production in implementation and use of SPC in
production according to the control plan
• Support Program Quality, ASQ and SQA with metrology competence,
especially in the “Kick off Meeting with suppliers”
• Support with metrology competence in special projects
• Participation in Design review regarding metrology
• Participation in design of new gage concepts tools.
Assistant Metrologist
Borbet South Africa
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Compiling PPAP/ISIR documentation according to customer requirements
- Maintain calibration status for all gauges and instruments
- Editing programs for inspectors and machine shop setters
- Assisting in calibration gauges and managing the calibration system
- Planning all activities in the metrology lab
- Attend Project meetings, FMEA and control plan meetings
- Support with conducting of routine testing and product audits
- Stand in for Metrologist in plant for any metrology activities.
Metrology Technician
Mercedes South Africa
08.2019 - 03.2023
- Correlation analysis & revision of Inline Measurement System offsets for the purpose of data alignment with CMM lab results
- Analyzing the optical configuration on problematic measurement points & implementing appropriate corrective measures via feature optimization Maintenance of measuring software Caligo Perform accuracy and repeatability checks
- Problem solving ‑ analyzing results, explaining, and communicating metrology results
- Measuring of series Bodyshop assemblies and hang on parts, Checking and calibrating (adjusting) all components (CMM), probe systems, probe changer) Ensuring data transfer to PiWeb and furnishing of measurement results
- Interpretation of measuring reports Assisting final assembly engineers for dimensional investigations for Gap/flushness, wind noise and water leak
- Extracting measurement data from PiWeb database using SQL for any special investigation and presentation for management
- Assisting process engineers for BIW dimensional improvements
Metrologist
Ebespacher SA
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Measuring of incoming components from suppliers
- Measuring of checking fixtures and assisting in line setup
- Assisting in preparation of IATF Audit related to Metrology Lab
- Updating all calibration records of the plant
- Assisting Quality Department in measuring PPAP parts
- Seeing Metrology Equipment receives they annual calibration
- Responsible for all supplier metrology related concerns
Vehicle Quality Assurance Senior Metrologist
Nissan South Africa
07.2016 - 02.2019
- Measuring Units that are built in the Body shop
- Compiling weekly Body Accuracy results for General Management
- Seeing Daily Metrology activities are met
- Chair, weekly Body accuracy meetings
- Assisting Stamping plant with parts they produce with measurements
- Measuring of Chassis to see they accuracy
- Assisting Vehicle Quality Assurance and Parts Quality Assurance departments with any investigation that needs dimensional verification
- Analysis of failed parts that are in the field
- Assist dealer network of out of specifications local manufactured parts
- Verifying of accessories from after‑market Nissan approved suppliers
- Assisting Process Engineers to do Gap and Flushness Inspections
- Liaising with Product Development Engineering when we localise a component
- Ensuring the 3D Vento Dual Arm CMM, GOT ATOAS and Faro Arm is in best working condition and receiving them annual calibration
- Assist suppliers to comply with Nissan Measuring Standards
- Work with QTF (Quality Target Finish) personnel to meet the desired target for Gap and Flushness of Units in Body Shop
- Assist Trim Engineers with all interior problems that are related to body accuracy
- Interacting with Quality Management, Quality Engineers and Process Engineers for all measured parts and parts that do not meet specification
- Responsible for Fixture measurement and keeping all fixture reports
- Do Body shop Fixture and Jig audits and if necessary, measure them to improve BIW
- Compiling Body Accuracy reports and seeking methods of improving them and maintaining a good body accuracy report
- Coordinating with external labs for calibration and weld inspection
- Assisting PQA (Parts Quality Assurance) with PPAP and PSW
- Supplier Measuring Audits with PQA (Parts Quality Assurance)
- Keep the metrology lab tidy and clean using the 5S method
- Maintaining and improving customer satisfactory, ensuring long term and short‑term goals are met
Metrologist
Faurecia
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Work under the Company Quality Management System
- Operating a Vento 3D DEA machine
- Operating an WLS Q Flash Hexagon Scanner and do gap and flushness checks
- Updating programs and creating new programs using PC Dmis
- Compiling all documentation for components that I measure
- Participate in our Gage (R&R) MSA study we do in the Inspection room
- Interacted with Quality Management, Quality Engineers, and Process Engineers to for all measured parts and parts that do not meet specification
- Resolving Quality concerns promptly from OEM (VW SA, Daimler Chrysler, GMSA and Nissan SA) and implement breakpoint in the plant for future re occurrence
- Train colleagues on how to use handheld measuring instruments
- Monitor measuring points and comply a monthly report of out of spec trend to Quality Management, this is to improve the quality of the part
- Working hand in hand with Product development engineering of OEM to receive latest 2D/3D drawings and CAD
- Raise Purchase orders for new equipment for the plant and calibration items
- Seeing that measuring equipment's receives the calibration on the due dates
- Calibration of measuring fixtures
- Keep the metrology lab tidy and clean using the 5S method
- Maintaining and improving customer satisfactory, ensuring long term and short‑term goals are met.
3D Ziess Inspector
Safran Turbomeca
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Work under the Company Quality Management System
- Operating a Zeiss 3D machine that measures gears
- Updating programs on the 3D Zeiss using Gear Pro software and Calypso software
- Linking Gear Pro programs with Calypso software for production
- Compiling all documentation for components that I measure
- Participate in our Gage (R&R) MSA study we do in the Inspection room
- Interacted with our MRO plant for parts that are measured and giving technical support to them in metrology matters they need
- Seeing that measuring equipment's receives the calibration on the due dates
- Keep the metrology lab tidy and clean using the 5S method
- Maintaining and improving customer satisfactory, ensuring long term and short‑term goals are met.
Metrologist
AEL Mining Services
07.2010 - 12.2012
- Measuring of components manufactured in our machine shop to the specifications of drawings, dimensionally, and surface roughness and hardness testing
- Compiling measuring reports for Quality manager and senior metrologist and interacting with plant engineers for parts that fail and not meet drawing specifications
- Operating a 2D scanner to measures all cylindrical components that have tight tolerances including gauges
- Operate a 2DDynoscope
- Participate in our MDW meetings
- Operating a 3D measuring machine for complex parts that cannot be measured manually and updating the existing programs to the latest changes
- Performing daily administration duties, logging all measured parts for our monthly reports
- Seeing that measuring equipment's receives the calibration on the due dates.
Measuring Technician
Comau SA Body System
09.2003 - 09.2007
- Measuring Jigs, and welding fixtures and framing stations operating a faro arm and measuring on a mora table
- Resolving Metrology problems from fixtures using cad data and information from engineering drawings
- Ensuring measuring equipment that I operate with, the Faro Arm, Mora Table, Laser Tracker and venires are in right condition, and they have received they annual calibration
- Updating all calibration records of the plant
- Compiling measuring reports for Project managers and Quality manages on site.
Education
Diploma Information Technology - Information Technology
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
07.2024
Certificate Project Management -
Nelson Mandela University
09.2022
Certificate N4 Electrical -
East Cape Midlands College
07.2002
Matric Certificate -
St Thomas Senior Secondary School
12.1999
Skills
- Metrology Software Packages, such as Caligo
- Power point Excel and Word
- CMM Dual and Single Arm
- Optical Metrology, Eagle Eye and Gom
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Data Acquisition Systems
- Quality Management Systems
Metrology Project Experience
During my career, I have played a crucial role in various high-profile automotive projects, applying my expertise as a Metrologist to deliver precise technical and metrology solutions. At Mercedes-Benz, I contributed to the W206 project from August 2019 to February 2023 in East London, ensuring the accuracy and quality of vehicle components. My work on the BMW E90 project in Pretoria from January 2004 to March 2005, and with Ford J48, C307, and Volvo P1X from February to April 2005, involved developing and implementing measurement strategies to meet stringent quality standards. Additionally, I provided metrology solutions for the General Motors J200 project in Shanghai in December 2005 and the Daimler Chrysler W204 project from January to October 2007 in East London. Across these projects, I focused on enhancing vehicle quality through precise measurement, root cause analysis, and technical problem-solving, thereby contributing significantly to the successful production and delivery of high-quality vehicles.
Timeline
Metrologist
Purem Eberspacher
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Metrologist
Borbet South Africa
04.2023 - 04.2024
Metrology Technician
Mercedes South Africa
08.2019 - 03.2023
Metrologist
Ebespacher SA
03.2019 - 07.2019
Vehicle Quality Assurance Senior Metrologist
Nissan South Africa
07.2016 - 02.2019
Metrologist
Faurecia
02.2015 - 06.2016
3D Ziess Inspector
Safran Turbomeca
01.2013 - 12.2014
Metrologist
AEL Mining Services
07.2010 - 12.2012
Measuring Technician
Comau SA Body System
09.2003 - 09.2007
Diploma Information Technology - Information Technology
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Certificate Project Management -
Nelson Mandela University
Certificate N4 Electrical -
East Cape Midlands College
Matric Certificate -
St Thomas Senior Secondary School
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