Jobs at Associated Vehicle Assemblers Limited

Job Purpose:

The Process Engineer role is a key position within the Innovation & Technology Department and responsibilities include identifying areas for improvement, maintaining high levels of manufacturing and product quality, designing new products and processes, as well as ensuring cost-efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards. An outstanding Process Engineer should be able to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.

Key responsibilities:

• To design new systems, equipment, and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones
• To design the new manufacturing methods, oversee the implementation, testing and making adjustment as necessary
• To design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
• To develop detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflow
• Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs / product
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures
• Evaluating existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement
• Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations
• To apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
• Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations
• Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards
• Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks
• Developing and implementing cost-saving measures and quality control systems
• Ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety standards and legal regulations
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods
• Develop alternative methods of making manufacturing practices more efficient and cost effective; look at space constraints, material requirements and current needs to improve
• Continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies within the system
• Direct and oversee the full lifecycle of a product’s manufacturing process, including design, construction, packaging and quality control
• Researching and developing new processes, equipment, and products
• To study the new product design, process layout and build of the manufacturing process / system
• To support for developing EV conversion and EV product development
• To create products that meet all specifications and quality standards with the most cost-effective process
• keep up to date with current and developing trends in the manufacturing industry, at a national and international level
• To identify and deliver service improvement activity across the business through employing process improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinking
• And any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Required qualifications and experience:

• Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering required
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering preferred
• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery
• Experience using CAD, data analysis programs, and related software
• Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Lean, value stream mapping
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of Partners, senior managers, and subject matter experts
• Strong analytical, project and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into operational requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate technology to potential business impacts
• Knowledge of ISO Standards, (9001, 14001, 45001, etc)

Critical Competencies required:

• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data
• Talent in negotiations and networking
• Strong organization and management skills
• A person of high integrity

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Key responsibilities:

• Loading, unloading kits and returnable
• Feeding parts to line assembly within the facility.
• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
• Inspecting for damages on kits and returnable
• Scheduling machine for maintenance and repairs
• Operating and managing technical equipment.
• Identifying workplace safety hazards.
• Ensure that all lifting and manoeuvring of product is carried out in accordance with manual handling procedures.
• Make recommendations to aid efficiency and add value.
• Adhering to safety management standards.
• Adhering to production schedules.
• And any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Valid forklift certificate
• Working experience of 3 years in warehouse forklift operating
• Valid driving license

Critical Competencies required:

• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Good organization skills
• Attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication
• Mathematical aptitude
• Flexibility in working longer hours

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Job Purpose:

A Fiberglass Laminator will be responsible for all the fiberglass work required in the production of a range of boats. The job requires a high level of skill in the application of fiberglass to ensure a high-quality finish according to the specifications required for the boat. The position requires knowledge and expertise in the handling of fiberglass and the job holder is to ensure that the production process is efficient and that there is no undue wastage of raw materials critical to the objective of producing a high-quality low-cost boat to ensure wide market acceptance.

Key responsibilities:

• To apply the fiberglass sheets and resins in the correct mix.
• To ensure that the fiberglass is evenly laid across the mould to ensure balance of the final product.
• To apply fiberglass to the various elements of the boat parts such as consoles, deck hatches etc and to install these correctly on the boat in specified sequence.
• Ensure a smooth finish of the fiberglass.
• Check the final product and to report any defects. To ensure that such defects have been corrected prior to the boat being taken off the production line.
• All work must be carried out in the correct sequence of operation, quality standards and work instructions.
• Collaborate and communicate with team to ensure On Time deliveries of product.
• Must keep company provided tools and equipment secured and in good working condition
• Ensuring that the production area is in excellent condition regarding cleanliness, safety, and equipment condition to minimize production down time and support cost efficient production Initiatives.
• Seek opportunities to drive improvement on processes
• Able to complete other related duties as assigned by management
• Apply sound problem-solving skills to achieve high quality standards with minimal supervision

Required qualifications and experience:

• At least 4 years’ experience in working with fiberglass
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently
•  Ability to work 7am-5pm Monday-Friday
• Ability to work possible Saturdays depending on company workload

Critical Competencies required:

• Detail oriented
• Organized
• Eager to learn and ability to quickly adapt
• Good with time management
• Use of initiative for problem solving
• Work well under pressure and maintain a deadline
• Can work as a team and can take direction