REQ ID: 124820
JOB TITLE: Bespoke Paint Process Engineer
SALARY: £36,796 - £49,782
POSTING START DATE: 23/07/2024
POSTING END DATE: 06/08/2024
LOCATION: Ryton
An ever-evolving heritage. A truly exciting future. Two of the world’s most iconic brands. JLR is revered across the globe. Continually pushing the boundaries of innovation and redefining the benchmark for excellence, we set the standards others want to follow. We want to keep it that way too. Which is where you join the journey.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Are you passionate about driving innovation and maintaining high standards in automotive paint processes? Join our team as a Paint Process Engineer and work closely with the bespoke paint team on exciting and unique projects. You will provide crucial technical support and develop, maintain, and improve current quality standards and IATF (International Automotive Task Force) Audit compliance across our engineering and production departments.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of driving process improvements, focusing on defect prevention, waste reduction, and compliance with IATF quality standards. You will work to eliminate process variation using tools like Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Statistical Process Control (SPC), all in line with JLR's procedures and standards.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities will include applying JLR procedures and standards, reviewing and updating PFMEA and control plans, and planning, developing, and implementing written processes. You will assess the process capability of all processes and equipment, ensuring adherence to Integrated Production System (IPS) deliverables. Managing technical issues, supporting internal and external audits, and providing technical and process support to the manufacturing paint application areas will also be key aspects of your role.
You will work independently with limited supervision, managing projects and supporting the development and trials for new effects, technologies, and innovations such as Duo tone, Faded duo tone, and coach lines. Your goal will be to ensure film build and appearance metrics are within specification, contributing to the continuous improvement and excellence of our paint processes.
If you have a keen eye for detail, a drive for quality, and a passion for automotive innovation, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact on the future of automotive engineering at JLR.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Relevant previous experience of Paint / Engineering processes, tools and techniques
- Previous experience of paint application processes
- Demonstrable ability to create detailed and effective action plans
- Demonstrable and experience in the application of a logical approach to Problem Solving.
- Working knowledge and experience of delivering safety metrics
- Proven ability to work within tight deadlines & be able to manage and prioritise multiple activities simultaneously
SO WHY US?
Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.