Job Type: Contract
Work Mode: Onsite (Client)
What to expect
Crafted Quality contributes to the perception of quality by a customer, based on Design layout, joint execution, and assembly fit and finish throughout the car.
Crafted Quality is a sub-attribute of Perceived Quality and is one of the 23 attributes in the business.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
This role will support the delivery of Crafted Quality by:
• Leading the delivery of the Crafted Quality process for several vehicle zones in line with programme timing, facilitated by co-ordination and leading of Crafted Quality meetings • Co-ordinating and facilitating Crafted Quality meetings with cross-functional stakeholders (Design, Engineering, Surfacing, DVA, DSI, AME) • Escalating Crafted Quality issues that cannot be closed out in Crafted Quality meetings • Setting & Delivering Crafted Quality targets aligned to PQ Attribute requirements. • Constantly reviewing the part geometry for alignment with the Gap plan. • Benchmarking competitor vehicles to identify BIC examples and potential solutions to Crafted Quality issues. • Reviewing Bill of Design and sketchbook documents in support of the Crafted Quality process. • Working closely with the DVA and Dimensional System departments to oversee the progression of DVA, Locator Strategies, and GD&T studies in support of the delivery of the Crafted Quality process. • Work closely with commodity owners to develop an understanding of assembly processes, optimum location strategies, and other elements of the sketchbooks as part of delivering world-class Crafted Quality. • Reviewing vehicles, Design properties, surfaces, and CAD geometry to identify and track the closure of potential Crafted Quality issues. • Prioritise interfaces and manage priorities within the CQ process. • Be able to demonstrate excellent communication, project management skills & team working. • Work closely with the PQ core team to help identify lessons learnt and process improvements. • Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
• Previous experience of leading a process with cross-functional stakeholders to drive results. • Ability to understand and engage different stakeholders from around the business. • Ability to work closely and support others doing the same job on different vehicles and vehicle zones. • Ability to present data & issues to a varied audience. Using PowerPoint and CAD 21X • Experience of Problem Resolution using structured approaches. • Ability to manage risks and issues. • Negotiation and adaptability skills. • Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred. • An individual with the capability to combine a short-term, pragmatic focus with medium-term planning. • A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas/solutions. • An effective team player who actively develops and supports other team members. • A resilient and enthusiastic person who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
Desirable previous experience in the following roles:
• Experience in Attribute delivery, Engineering Quality, Lead Engineer, DVA/DSI, Systems Engineering, Project Management, and CAD Visualisation tools.