Hypercar Build Quality Lead — Team Manager

Cosworth Ltd; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering company in Northampton is seeking a Build Quality Team Leader for their hypercar engine facility. This role involves leading a team of Build Quality Engineers, developing quality processes, and overseeing non-conformance management. Candidates should have leadership experience in engineering, understanding of quality systems like AS9100, and experience with APQP. Strong influencing skills and a proactive approach are essential. This is a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality production standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop a high performing team.
• Experience in assembly environment quality process development.
• Preferred experience in the powertrain industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Build Quality team supporting hypercar engine production.
• Develop and maintain team's KPIs aligned with business objectives.
• Manage non-conformance processes in assembly and with customers.
• Act as escalation point for quality concerns.

Skills

Leadership experience in engineering

Experience with APQP tools

Understanding of quality systems AS9100, ISO9001

Strong influencing skills

Self-starter

Education

Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

Job description

A leading automotive engineering company in Northampton is seeking a Build Quality Team Leader for their hypercar engine facility. This role involves leading a team of Build Quality Engineers, developing quality processes, and overseeing non-conformance management. Candidates should have leadership experience in engineering, understanding of quality systems like AS9100, and experience with APQP. Strong influencing skills and a proactive approach are essential. This is a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality production standards and continuous improvement.