Interior Trim Planner

Interior Trim Planner

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 of the feasibility and cost of 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 the 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)

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