Facility Planning Engineer – Trim And Final Assembly

Job Title – Facility Planning Engineer – Trim and Final Assembly

Location – Gaydon, UK

• Job Description – Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers as part of the Trim and Final assembly area providing guidance, support and mentorship.
• Develop & implement department strategy for power tooling like DC tools, Oil pulse tools, working with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes for Trim And Final Assembly, ensuring quality standards, cost targets, and delivery schedules are met.
• Excellent knowledge about Four Wheeler Trim and Final assembly and Vehicle Testing processes .
• Good knowledge about machine installations and commissioning based on various phases and requirements.
• Cost effective solutions on Poka Yoke.
• Good knowledge about layout preparations, TAKT Time calculations, Throughput time , cycle time & line balancing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, production, and quality to optimize product design for manufacturability and resolve any manufacturing issues.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost analyses & capacity planning to support new product introductions & process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety & regulatory standards, identifying & mitigating potential risks in the manufacturing process.
• Evaluate and select equipment, tools, and technologies to optimize production capabilities and improve overall efficiency.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and collaboration within the manufacturing engineering team.
• Support the launches of Four Wheeler assembly, providing relevant process, tooling, and facilities.

Good knowledge about Capex planning and utilization.

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