NPI Engineer

TipTopJob; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled NPI Engineer to enhance their manufacturing processes in Stourbridge. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in quality tools and project management within a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for coordinating activities, managing quality aspects of new product introductions, and driving improvements in efficiency and service delivery. Join a company that values transparency and communication, and play a key role in building long-term partnerships with OEM customers. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with quality operations like PPAP, APQP, and equivalent quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate activities to customers and stakeholders.
• Project manage quality aspects of NPI and prototype manufacture.

Skills

Project Management

Quality Tools (DFMEA, PFMEA)

Communication Skills

Proactive Approach

Education

Experience in Manufacturing or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

NPI ENGINEER REQUIRED IN STOURBRIDGE, WEST MIDLANDS!!

Jonathan Lee Recruitment are proud to be working with a leading manufacturer in Stourbridge, West Midlands helping them to recruit an NPI Engineer on a permanent basis.

This is working a day shift pattern Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), and the salary is up to A£40,000 per annum (DOE).

Anyone who has come from a heavy engineering / foundry / galvanising / castings background would be well received.

This would be a good opportunity for someone who has experience in the application of quality tools essential to New Production Introduction - DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans and process/quality auditing, as well as being competent with Microsoft Office packages.

What You Will Do:

1. Coordinate and communicate all activities to customers and stakeholders, including weekly status updates and pre-production kick-offs.
2. Drive cross-functional action plans to prioritize improvements and embed a right-first-time approach in product development and prototype manufacture.
3. Project manage the quality aspects of NPI and prototype manufacture, applying quality tools essential to New Production Introduction.
4. Monitor the quality level of outgoing shipments and support projects for yield improvement and reduction of non-value-added work.
5. Develop and maintain QC systems according to quality management standards, producing monthly reports on defects and improvement plans.
6. Employ improvements in safety, efficiency, utilisation, and housekeeping, implementing best practice solutions to optimise yield.

What You Will Bring:

1. Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
2. Familiarity with quality operations like PPAP, APQP, and equivalent quality tools.
3. Strong project management skills, particularly in coordinating cross-functional teams.
4. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues and senior stakeholders.
5. A proactive approach and confidence in using Microsoft Excel and Word.

This role is not just about technical skills; it's about being a part of a company that values transparency, communication, and a commitment to quality. The company's goal is to create long-term partnerships with their OEM customers, ensuring they meet expectations and deliver on their promises. By joining this team, you'll play a key role in realising the commercial strategy by improving efficiency and excelling in service delivery.

Location:

The role is based in Stourbridge, West Midlands.

Interested?

If you're ready to step into a role that challenges and rewards in equal measure, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become the next NPI Engineer and take your career to new heights.

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