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We're seeking a skilled and motivated Vehicle Technician to play a key role in launching new models into production. You’ll work closely with the Launch team to ensure a smooth transition, meeting all quality, cost and volume targets. In addition to building Ultimate Series vehicles to required production volumes, you’ll support wider business needs as required in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment.
What You’ll Do
* Understand and follow detailed work instructions relating to the construction, painting or assembling of vehicles.
* Ensure that all station operations on each vehicle are completed to the required quality standard.
* Ensure that all operations are completed to the required timescale.
* Work as part of a team on the definition and solution of problems that may be affecting the quality, cost or productivity of the vehicles being produced.
* Attend the workplace on a regular and timely basis, informing the Team leader of any lateness or unplanned absence in a timely manner.
* Ensure the work area is clean, tidy and orderly at all times in line with brand expectations.
* Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and other team members, participating in safety activities as requested.
* Participate in continuous improvement activities as requested.
* Provide first‑hand support in the development and launch into production of future McLaren Automotive vehicle platforms and variants.
* Provide first‑hand support with the development of vehicle assembly processes for all assembly disciplines.
* Provide first‑hand support with the development and specification of bespoke assembly tool and fixture equipment.
* Provide first‑hand support with the identification and specification of generic hand tool requirements for both prototype and production build phases.
* Provide first‑hand support with the generation of vehicle build concerns, documentation of and relevant root cause analysis.
* Provide first‑hand support with the assembly of prototype vehicles during the relevant prototype and development build phase.
* Provide first‑hand support for vehicle/variant launch into production.
* Provide first‑hand support with the training of new build technicians to enable smooth transition into series manufacture.
* Clearly understand and adhere to McLaren brand values.
* As and when business determines, provide series production support during periods of absence/peak holiday.
What You’ll Bring
* Minimum Level 2/3 Diploma in Light Vehicle maintenance and/or Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System repair and replacement.
* Prototype build activity.
* Vehicle production launch experience.
* Build concern reporting.
* Quality measurement systems, could include Faro arm usage.
* Working to demanding time schedules.
* Process and product maturation.
* Working in small teams.
Personal Attributes
* Excellent motivational attributes.
* Prepared to coach and develop peer skill sets.
* Understanding of niche vehicle brand requirements and minimum of 12 months experience working on Ultra‑High‑performance and/or prestige vehicles.
* Ability to act under pressure with calmness and clarity of thought.
* Determination to drive forward the business to ‘Best in Class’ performance standards in line with brand expectations.
* Methodical approach towards problem solving.
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* Extremely trustworthy.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Adaptable to occasional shifts to support the team.
* Value added experience in production vehicle manufacturing.
What We’ll Do for You
* 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days.
* Enhanced company pension scheme.
* Discretionary annual bonus award.
* Private medical insurance and health cash plan.
* Life assurance benefit.
* Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service.
* Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping.
* Generous parental leave policies.
* Range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice.
* Qualifying criteria applies.
Seniority Level
* Entry level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Manufacturing
* Industries: Manufacturing
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