Production Specialist - Placement Year

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A major automotive manufacturing plant is seeking a Production Specialist intern to assist with process optimization and support production activities. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business with strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits, promoting a great work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

26 days holiday per annum

On-site gym

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Employee benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Passion and enthusiasm, maturity, and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in process improvements and support operational requirements.
• Support KPI development and monitoring and training on KPI reports.
• Regularly audit processes and corrective actions.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well within a team

High level analytical skills

Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)

High intrinsic motivation and creativity

Education

Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Job description

Overview

BMW Plant Hams Hall is a modern, state-of-the-art engine manufacturing facility, located just outside Birmingham, UK. Producing the latest generation of three and four cylinder petrol engines, and precision machining key engine components, the plant has recently celebrated 20 years of successful production. Operating seven days a week, with more than one engine rolling off the line per minute, the plant plays a key role in BMW Group’s global production network, supplying engines for BMW and MINI, including some of the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles.

BMW Plant Hams Hall – Production Specialist – 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

Our Production Specialist and Process Leaders are looking for support from a driven and motivated student to ensure the optimisation of processes and technologies in the V engine production systems, guaranteeing organisation and management of production driven improvements. You will have the opportunity to assist in ensuring all problems within are managed and corrected with repeatable and robust methods.

What awaits you?

• Introduce new technologies into the business, whilst developing all existing technologies.
• Support the structured management of all value-added production system activities, assisting Production specialists and Process leaders in the development of the work organisation.
• Assist in process improvements and support in ensuring operational requirements are in place.
• Support in KPI development and monitoring as well as providing training to the work organisation on KPI reports.
• Regularly audit processes and corrective actions to validate current conformance.
• Support with the updating of process documents and systems.
• Assist in the organisation of team travel plans.

What should you bring along?

• Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree related to engineering, business or a similar field, and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Able to show passion and enthusiasm, as well as maturity and a professional attitude.
• High level analytical skills.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft office).
• High intrinsic motivation and creativity.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £26,600, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 39 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process include online testing, an in person assessment centre and then a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 30th November 2025