Position: Planning Engineer
Sector: Automotive
Location: Crewe
Position Type: Contract
Inside IR35
Job Description
* The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, agreeing and delivering detailed planning requirements and concerns closure for a specific Manufacturing Zone / Technology from Pre-series through series production to EOP.
* The Production Planning Engineer must deliver to the agreed Quality, Cost and Delivery targets whilst ensuring Health and Safety, IATF16949 and VW Standards compliance.
* Where applicable the Planning Engineer is responsible for ensuring that Manufacturing Feasibility is evaluated in line with PEP.
* Responsible for delivery of Quality Planning (APQP) processes and activities in Pre-series and Series Production ensuring internal and external audit compliance.
* Responsible for manufacturing sign-off of Bid specs and product B-release in-line with project timings and PEP deliverables.
* Identification of Facility, Jig, Fixture and Tooling requirements.
* Ensure continual updating of technical knowledge, e.g., Liaison with Group Colleagues, Benchmarking, Training, etc.
* Responsible for developing the settings/parameters of equipment and process.
* Responsible for implementing engineering change introduction within their zones.
* Management of permits and concessions.
* Lead the resolution of issues (e.g., Feasibility, Process, Build Issues, Fixtures and tools) using the appropriate problem-solving techniques and resources. Drive resolution through cross-functional working, influencing others to deliver resolutions where necessary.
Qualifications / Skills needed
* Technically competent in product assembly, process design, facilities and standardised work methodology.
* Demonstrable experience at cross-functional working within a Manufacturing or Production environment.
* Good working knowledge / experience of processes and business legislation (inc. Health & Safety).
* Is able to provide technical support to the production teams.
* Demonstrates strong communication and influencing skills at all levels across the business.
* Experience in the application of Continuous Improvement and problem-solving tools and techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and measurement data.
* Knowledge of key Health & Safety regulations.
* Ability to communicate at all levels within the organisation.
* Ability to be involved in cross-functional teams and projects to achieve business improvement.
* Knowledge of the Product Emergence Process and gateway deliverables.
* Extensive practical knowledge in Problem Solving Techniques.
* An understanding of dimensional management analysis.
* Ability to Evaluate K and P times in line with Manufacturing Business Strategy.
* An understanding of measurement techniques.
* Knowledge of dry builds and properties strategy.
* Extensive knowledge of vehicle build processes.
How to Apply
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