Job Description
Are you an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) Manufacturing Engineer? Are you proficient in ensuring NPI manufacturing processes meet project deliverables ? I want to talk to you!I am looking for an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to join a global leader in Automotive manufacturingNPI Manufacturing EngineerPermanentMonday to Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pmFriday 8:00am – 2:00pmBirminghamNPI Manufacturing EngineerJob Description
* Manage allocated projects through a structured, gated process from the concept/quotation stage, right to production-handover + 90 days
* To support the Technical and NPI team in all aspects of the Engineering function regarding new product / design change introduction including cost tracking
* To assist manufacturing through optimising processes and work layouts etc. to ensure capacity is available, existing plant use is maximised, and material movement is minimised using simulations.
* Actively implement, manage, and analyse continuous improvement activities using lean principles and tools such as PFMEA, Process Flow, Value Stream Mapping and standard operations
* Find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality.
NPI Manufacturing EngineerEssential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
* Ideally degree qualified, although other qualifications and relevant experience, particularly with an Automotive Tier 1 are also acceptable
* At least 2 years relevant experience within a Manufacturing engineering environment
* Experience of Lean, Kaizen and structured problem-solving tools