To support a team of assembly technicians to deliver gearboxes and axles on time to pre-defined build plans, whilst upholding the highest quality standards.
Technical expertise is the key skill required by the Senior Assembly Technician
Role autonomy:
Works with the team leader to plans prioritise and ensure maximum productivity, working to deadlines and time pressures.
Supports a productive team to deliver monthly build targets to a high-quality standard.
Is regarded as the subject matter expert for that assembly line or product range.
Is capable of training others to a known standard.
The role is supervised, but with some scope to amend routine processes if appropriate.
There is autonomy to make operational decisions in the absence of the departmental team leader.Problem solving element:
Is a dedicated problem solver who possess clear and logical thinking.
Supports investigations and contributes ideas for continuous improvement.
Understands the appropriate actions to take when faced with unusual situations.
Problems tend to be routine in nature, and answers can be readily drawn from experience or the experience of colleagues.
The nature of problems may vary and require logical thinking to resolve.
Problems encountered tend to lack precedent, requiring some complex thinking to produce an innovative solution. Knowledge and complexity:
Has excellent assembly and or test skills across a range of products, job-related training and knowledge of equipment and systems.
Understands relevant processes and commits to continuous learning.
Has advanced knowledge and expertise, with the ability to priorities tasks, organize work, and make sound decisions.
Has the knowledge to follow established principles and processes, best practice, and regulations.
Is highly qualified with extensive work experience and can apply industry knowledge
Is a Subject Matter Expert
Possesses strong business acumen and the ability to implement business and/or technical principles effectively.Accountability:
Manages time effectively and prioritises tasks to meet set deadlines.
Demonstrates integrity, takes responsibility for actions and decisions, acknowledges errors and develops plans to prevent recurrence.
Pays attention to detail while following strict quality, health and safety procedures, and implements good judgment to make appropriate decisions.
Adheres to Ricardo's mission, values, and goals in all actions.
Shows vigilance and diligence, maintaining high standards of work while staying calm under pressure. Leadership:
The senior technician must be personable, approachable, collaborative and be able to balance multiple projects concurrently.
They will need to act with urgency when required.
They will need to be organized, self-motivated and able to motivate others to achieve monthly build plans.
Is familiar with problem solving tools such as 8D, for investigation of quality issues and can work cross functionally in resolution of quality issues.
Is capable of training others to a known standard
Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise, honest manner both orally and in written format.
Be able to speak with technicians through to senior management confidently.
Equally must be able to work effectively cross functionally with their peers.Essential technical and professional skills, knowledge and qualifications:
Expected to be UK on site at their Leamington Spa site 5 days per week.
Permanent day shift role
May be necessary to support Customer meetings Minimum GCSE in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above).
Likely to have served a traditional apprenticeship or have relevant experience. Further vocational qualifications are an advantage.
Assembly and / or end of line test experience of complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Clear demonstration of technical knowledge / expertise
Ability to use measurement equipment such as vernier, micrometer etc.
Intermediate level of PC and general computer skills - a solid working knowledge of MS office.
Strong organisational skills. Is self-motivated and proactive.
Understanding of automotive quality control processes