Assignment Type: Temporary, ongoing basis where you will be engaged via Hays
Location: Chichester
Working Environment: office based on site
Pay type: Competitive hourly pay rate
Our client
The World’s pre-eminent super-luxury automotive brand based in Goodwood, near Chichester, West Sussex, which comprises its global headquarters and Global Centre of Luxury Manufacturing Excellence.
The Role
Job Description
What awaits you?
Conduct evaluations for feasibility and cost for New Product Introduction (NPI) of low volume, high value products for manufacture within our Interior Trim Bespoke Studio.
Project management of Interior Trim Centre activities through entire NPI process including evaluation, engineering / development, industrialisation and launch.
Participate in design and engineering reviews, conduct risk-based evaluations of production processes and implement risk mitigations to streamline the delivery of new products and satisfy the defined quality standards.
Plan and deliver evaluation trials, prototypes, and initial trial batch production through to integration of a stable process capable of delivering the required volume output.
Perform and lead cross-functional problem-solving using DMAIC methodology.
Develop, improve and industrialise new and existing manufacturing processes.
Lead purchasing and commissioning of new jigs, fixtures, tooling and equipment as defined by each project.
What you should bring along?
Experience in a manufacturing engineering role preferably within automotive, aerospace or marine
Knowledge of NPI, APQP & Project Management.
Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement techniques
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex technical issues
Interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Preferable ~ degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate along with an annual performance-related bonus
Access to a subsidised restaurant
Hays Go1 training platform which offers a library of over 70,000 courses.
Access to Ben – Offers support across a wide range of topics such as mental health well-being, financial or legal matters
Local retail and restaurant discounts
35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays)
What next?
If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 0116 261 5001.