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Adient

Trim Engineer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

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 ...

Ford Motor Company

Seat Trim Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

Contribute to Engineering & Design: Use your practical experience to provide real-world feedback on ... Create and optimize 2D flat patterns, 3D trim covers, and soft trim designs for seat cushions ...

Standex Engraving

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Fraser, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Production - Soft Trim Manufacturing (Automotive) Status : Non-exempt Reports To: Production ... instructions and basic engineering drawings. * Ability to operate forklift * Self-starter ...

Standex Engraving

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Fraser, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Production - Soft Trim Manufacturing (Automotive) Status : Non-exempt Reports To: Production ... instructions and basic engineering drawings. * Ability to operate forklift * Self-starter ...

Standex International

Process Technician

Fraser, MI · On-site

Set up, start, and adjust injection molding and soft trim manufacturing processes to meet ... Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documents.

Standex Engraving

Process Technician

Fraser, MI · On-site

Set up, start, and adjust injection molding and soft trim manufacturing processes to meet ... Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documents.

Standex Engraving

Process Technician

Fraser, MI · On-site

Set up, start, and adjust injection molding and soft trim manufacturing processes to meet ... Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documents.

Adler Pelzer Group

Process Engineer Plant

Oregon, OH · On-site

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking a motivated and committed Process Engineer for the manufacturing ...

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Trim Engineer

Adient

Plymouth, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Adient rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

477th of 536 rated manufacturers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description
The Trim Engineer leads the development of one or more trim programs, providing direction and follow up to staff and customer business units. Works closely with Principal Engineer or Chief Trim Engineer. Able to take direction and use basic engineering practices to develop and implement trim design solutions that meet quality, cost, and craftsmanship objectives. Provides/influences complete seat and foam engineering input/direction to jointly achieve flawless seat appearance and craftsmanship.
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.

PRIMARY LOCATION
Central Tech Unit Plymouth MI

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