Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Trim Cover Design:

• Apply principles of 2D pattern design, using either manual patterns and/or Trim Optitex 2D CAD tools as appropriate.

• Designs trim patterns in-line with the Trim, Foam Interface Template and follows Design for Assembly guidelines.

• Designs trim covers to meet cost targets and/or identifies issues and opportunities using the design for cost tools.

• Releases final product data into TPDM and PLM; Write and promote DA's & ECR's.

• Supports Complete Seat Build Events.

• Digitizes patterns into Optitex electronic CAD patterning systems if/when needed.

• Making trim style proposals on 3D model to improve quality seat appearance.

• Cut and Sew and/or provide cutting/sewing support to the sew cell for development and prototype covers.

• Build/assemble development seats to verify trim designs, understanding and using production build methods

• Maintains an organized and safe storage and work environment.

• Assists in costing and quoting activities by compiling the proper information for submittal.
  
  

Engineering Support:

• Thorough understanding of Change Management process. Writes Trim cover ECR's and track to completion.

• Manages ECO CN release of engineering data in TPDM and PLM, including all required documentation, drawings, etc.

• Reviews and understands EBOM.

• Provides engineering solutions based on data-driven problem solving and application of Basic Engineering Process (BEP).

• Supports key build events at JIT plants and able to interface unsupervised with working level customer representatives (internal and external).

• Supports creation of Trim Construction drawings for final trim cover release.

• Recommends solutions to process issues within the Sew and JIT facilities. Supports creation of manufacturing ODS.

• Provides support when SDT recommends changes that affect external components (seat systems, foam, structures, trim covers, tooling and plastics) – demonstrated ability to troubleshoot.

• May be expected to travel to support the SDT and/or manufacturing plant(s) if/when needed. Frequency and durations vary based on program assignments, but typically does not exceed 1-2 weeks at a time. 

Communication Skills:

• Communicates with Suppliers and Customer to attend needs from Trim Business

• Communicates between internal functional groups (Purchasing, Program Management Engineering, Sew Manufacturing, JIT Manufacturing)

• Supplies required information to, and interfaces directly with, Soft Trim Materials Engineering team to support trim material evaluation and issue resolution processes.

• Understands and contributes to A3's, A4's, tactical plans and issues lists.

• Provide key point of contact for program team, support in customer communications in the area of trim design and feasibility.

• Teaches and coaches others in the use of BEP and creation/review of A3's, A4's, tactical plans and issues lists.

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