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Trim Manager
AI Summary
Provides front-line technical leadership for automotive trim engineering programs, leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective trim products on time and within budget while acting as the primary technical interface with the customer.
About this role
JOB DESCRIPTION
Locación : QUERETARO
Modo de Asistencia: PRESENCIAL
Education
- BSME, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience
- 8+ years in automotive engineering
- Strong trim engineering background
- Proven success in launching soft trim programs (JIT, Cut & Sew)
- Demonstrated leadership of engineering teams delivering measurable results
- Expertise in engineering tools (DFMEA, Root Cause/8D, DVP, GD&T, etc.)
Position Summary
Provides front-line technical leadership and customer interface for assigned program(s), ensuring delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and manufacturable trim products. Leads engineering teams to achieve on-time program milestones, first-time quality targets, and budget adherence, while strengthening team capability and customer satisfaction.
Core member of the Simultaneous Development Team (SDT) with full accountability for engineering execution, technical decisions, and program performance outcomes.
Core Responsibilities
- Leads engineering team to achieve:
- ≥95% on-time engineering releases
- First-time DV/PV pass rate ≥90%
- Engineering changes reduction vs. prior programs
- Acts as primary technical interface with customer, ensuring:
- Timely closure of all technical issues and escalations
- Alignment to customer specifications, performance, and cost targets
- Owns engineering budget and resources to ensure:
- Program execution within approved budget (±5%)
- Optimal utilization of engineering resources
- Drives a culture of robust design, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develops team capability through coaching, mentoring, and structured development plans
PRIMARY LOCATION
Tech Center QueretaroSkills
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