What to Expect
Initially work in conjunction with the Launch team to ensure the smooth launch into production of new Ultimate series models and subsequent derivatives and model year changes ensuring all quality, cost and volume targets are achieved.
Carry out production build of Ultimate series vehicles to achieve required build volume targets.
Carry out any other tasks required by business needs
What You'll Do
The Ultimate Series Technician will be expected to;
Understand and follow detailed work instructions relating to the construction, painting or assembling of vehicles.
Ensure that all station operations on each vehicle are completed to the required quality standard.
Ensure that all operations are completed to the required timescale.
Work as part of a team on the definition and solution of problems that may be affecting the quality, cost or productivity of the vehicles being produced.
Attend the workplace on a regular and timely basis, informing the Team leader of any lateness or unplanned absence in a timely manner.
Ensure the work area is clean, tidy and orderly at all times in line with brand expectations.
Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and other team members, participating in safety activities as requested.
Participate in continuous improvement activities as requested.
Provide first hand support in the development and launch into production of future McLaren Automotive vehicle platforms and variants.
Provide first hand support with the development of vehicle assembly processes for all assembly disciplines
Provide first hand support with the development and specification of bespoke assembly tool and fixture equipment.
Provide first hand support with the identification and specification of generic hand tool requirements for both prototype and production build phases.
Provide first hand support with the generation of vehicle build concerns, documentation of and relevant root cause analysis
Provide first hand support with assembly of prototype vehicles during the relevant prototype and development build phase
Provide first hand support for vehicle / variant launch into production.
Provide first hand support with the training of new build technicians to enable smooth transition into series manufacture
Clearly understand and adhere to McLaren brand values
As and when business determines, provide series production support during periods of absence / peak holiday.
What You'll Bring
It is preferred that the candidate will have value added experience with:
Minimum Level 2/3 Diploma in Light Vehicle maintenance and/or Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System repair and replacement
Prototype build activity
Vehicle production launch experience
Build concern reporting
Quality measurement systems, could include Faro arm usage
Working to demanding time schedules
Process and product maturation
Working in small teams
Personal Attributes
The candidate will have excellent motivational attributes
The candidate will be prepared to coach and develop peer skill sets
The candidate will have an understanding of niche vehicle brand requirements and have a minimum of 12 months experience working on Ultra High performance and/or prestige vehicles.
An ability to act under pressure with calmness with clarity of thought
The candidate will have determination to drive forward the business to ‘Best in Class’ performance standards in line with brand expectations
Demonstrate a methodical approach towards problem solving
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
The applicant must be extremely trustworthy
Excellent attention to detail
Take advantage of a dynamic and flexible work schedule, where your adaptability to occasional shifts will play a key role in supporting the team
Have value added experience in the field of production vehicle manufacturing.
What We'll Do for You
We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:
Structured career development framework
25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days.
Enhanced company pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus award
Private medical insurance and health cash plan
Life assurance benefit
Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service.
Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping.
Generous parental leave policies
A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice
Qualifying criteria applies.
Who Are We?
No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.
It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.
McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.
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