Magna

automotive manufacturing

AdvancedManufacturingEngineer

Telford, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Magna. Skills: New manufacturing process development, Equipment specification and selection, Lean manufacturing optimization, Project management of equipment suppliers, FMEA process leadership. Leading the work-related development of new manufacturing processes. Developing concepts including specification of equipment”

What You'll Achieve.

assure competitive pricing; minimise spare parts inventory costs; Manage on time delivery, within budget

Industry & Context.

automotive manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

optimise effectiveness of our manufacturing operations; optimise product flow and minimise unnecessary movement; optimise product flow

Eligibility Requirements

Primarily manufacturing plant shop floor and office, Exposure to heat, cold, dust, hot objects, and loud noises within our manufacturing environment, Willing to work extended or flexible hours as needed including weekend as needed by the projects, Requires regular travel to customer and suppliers as required (UK, Europe and internationally)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience in the die casting, injection moulding or stamping field within the automotive manufacturing industry, Project management experience, Fundamental computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite (including MS Project), Full driving licence, Eligibility to work in the UK

Nice to Have

Project Management qualifications is advantageous

What You'll Do.

Leading the work-related development of new manufacturing processes

Developing concepts including specification of equipment

Making recommendations for the technical selection of purchased equipment

Employing lean manufacturing principles to optimize manufacturing operations

Developing and standardizing documentation from concept to production

Preparing and updating equipment SORs and technical comparisons

Maintaining a list of equipment suppliers

Identifying new suppliers and verifying capabilities

Summarizing equipment and installation costs for quoting new business

Standardizing components to minimize spare parts inventory costs

Leading CAPEX based on purchasing of equipment

Facilitating timing and budget for equipment purchasing

Leading major projects installations

Applying AQPQ Product Methodology

Creating Full Product Process

Implementing Automation

Creating Cycle grams & Utilisation charts per process

Performing Cost Analysis & Budget control

Utilizing work methods and instructions through standardized work

Supporting equipment layout to optimize product flow

Utilizing Lean Manufacturing methods and efficient product flow

Developing pre-production packaging solutions

Managing equipment suppliers

installation and acceptance

Leading equipment project timelines

Managing on time delivery

Leading the equipment drawing review and approval process with supplier

Providing timely review and feedback to supplier

Supporting and documenting equipment run-off at suppliers

Supporting and documenting equipment run-off on-site

Preparing and presenting material for program review meetings

Leading and coordinating with Department Leaders in preparation of RFQs and proposals

Upholding company Fair Enterprise and Employee Charter principles

Promoting the companies HSE policies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SME); Work with the cross functional teams; Work with Purchasing Department; Work with Department Leaders

Communication Scope

Excellent oral and written communication skills; Prepare and present material for program review meetings

Process & Methodology

Project management experience, Lead the CAPEX based on purchasing of equipment and facilitate timing and budget, Lead major projects installations for other functions such as maintenance, Project Manage equipment suppliers, build, installation and acceptance, Lead equipment project timelines, Manage on time delivery, within budget, Lead the equipment drawing review and approval process with supplier, Able to manage and schedule multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Full Job Description

**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.** ## **What we offer:** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. ## ## ## ## **Group Summary:** Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. **Job Responsibilities:** **Position Summary:** Is responsible for leading the work-related development of the new manufacturing processes. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will: * Develop concepts that include specification of equipment and make recommendations for the technical selection of purchased equipment. * Employ lean manufacturing principles to optimise effectiveness of our manufacturing operations to assure competitive pricing. **Role Responsibilities:** The role entails but is not limited to:- **Technical lead for the new equipment proposals** * Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop standards to improve Statement of Requirements (SORs) * Develop and standardise documentation from concept to production. * Work with the cross functional teams * Prepare and update equipment SORs and technical comparisons. * Maintain list of equipment suppliers with Purchasing Department * Identify new suppliers and verify capabilities * Summarise equipment and installation costs for quoting new business * Standardise components to minimise spare parts inventory costs * Lead the CAPEX based on purchasing of equipment and

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