Perceived Quality Attribute Leader - Appearance Quality
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✓Perceived Quality Attribute Leader - Appearance Quality
✓Permanent
✓Hethel
✓Hybrid – 4 days on site per week
✓Reporting to Perceived Quality Manager
✓About the Role
✓Lotus is recruiting for an experienced Quality professional to join our Quality team as a Perceived Quality Attribute Leader – Appearance Quality on a permanent basis
✓This role will be based at our prestigious manufacturing site in Hethel.
✓This role will be responsible for setting and delivering the aesthetical targets for new vehicles based on benchmarking and customer data insights
✓Assessing and reporting status during project phases and driving resolution of identified issues
✓Key responsibilities include:
✓Develop and execute a strategic plan for achieving desired perceived quality attributes related to appearance applied in automotive interiors and exteriors
✓Document and capitalise on findings to communicate the appearance standards, evaluations, and improvements initiatives
✓Investigate, identify, and analyse appearance-related issues or concerns, working in a cross-functional team to identify root causes and implement an improved outcome to achieve the desired appearance
✓Check virtual and real prototypes to ensure compliance with the plan elaborated to set Perceived Quality of appearance expectations
✓Report and feed expectations back to various stakeholders by using the appropriate means
✓Prospect and identify for new technologies, materials, features, solutions, trends, which could enhance the appearance quality perceived by using benchmarking, customer insights, contact with suppliers, automotive events, etc
✓Identify the best value for the customer in decision-making process specifically during cost or volume challenges and be able to protect the outcome where it matters the most for the end customer
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✓Knowledge, Skills and Experience
✓Essential:
✓Degree Qualified in relevant field
✓Deep understanding of factors that influence perceived quality
✓Familiarity with Human Factors
✓Empathy for the customer / end-user
✓Strong analytical skills
✓The ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
✓Enthusiastic and passionate about Perceived Quality
✓Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
✓Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team but also able to work independently
✓Desirable:
✓Previous experience within the wider automotive manufacturing industry
✓Understanding of the challenges inherent to complex assemblies and technologies
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✓About Lotus
✓Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.
✓Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours
✓In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.
✓The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre
✓Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV
✓It is pure electric, and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.
✓The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy
✓It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary
✓We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on our journey.
✓We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company
✓You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job
✓You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.
✓What we offer you
✓In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
✓25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
✓Hybrid Working
✓Half day finish on a Friday
✓6% pension contribution
✓Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
✓Private Healthcare
✓Group income protection based on length of service
✓Paid time off for medical appointments
✓Family Friendly policies
✓Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT
✓#LI-SD1 Show more →
✓Perceived Quality Attribute Leader - Appearance Quality
✓Permanent
✓Hethel
✓Hybrid – 4 days on site per week
✓Reporting to Perceived Quality Manager
✓About the Role
✓Lotus is recruiting for an experienced Quality professional to join our Quality team as a Perceived Quality Attribute Leader – Appearance Quality on a permanent basis
✓This role will be based at our prestigious manufacturing site in Hethel.
✓This role will be responsible for setting and delivering the aesthetical targets for new vehicles based on benchmarking and customer data insights
✓Assessing and reporting status during project phases and driving resolution of identified issues
✓Key responsibilities include:
✓Develop and execute a strategic plan for achieving desired perceived quality attributes related to appearance applied in automotive interiors and exteriors
✓Document and capitalise on findings to communicate the appearance standards, evaluations, and improvements initiatives
✓Investigate, identify, and analyse appearance-related issues or concerns, working in a cross-functional team to identify root causes and implement an improved outcome to achieve the desired appearance
✓Check virtual and real prototypes to ensure compliance with the plan elaborated to set Perceived Quality of appearance expectations
✓Report and feed expectations back to various stakeholders by using the appropriate means
✓Prospect and identify for new technologies, materials, features, solutions, trends, which could enhance the appearance quality perceived by using benchmarking, customer insights, contact with suppliers, automotive events, etc
✓Identify the best value for the customer in decision-making process specifically during cost or volume challenges and be able to protect the outcome where it matters the most for the end customer
✓
✓Knowledge, Skills and Experience
✓Essential:
✓Degree Qualified in relevant field
✓Deep understanding of factors that influence perceived quality
✓Familiarity with Human Factors
✓Empathy for the customer / end-user
✓Strong analytical skills
✓The ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
✓Enthusiastic and passionate about Perceived Quality
✓Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
✓Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team but also able to work independently
✓Desirable:
✓Previous experience within the wider automotive manufacturing industry
✓Understanding of the challenges inherent to complex assemblies and technologies
✓
✓About Lotus
✓Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.
✓Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours
✓In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.
✓The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre
✓Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV
✓It is pure electric, and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.
✓The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy
✓It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary
✓We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on our journey.
✓We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company
✓You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job
✓You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.
✓What we offer you
✓In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
✓25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
✓Hybrid Working
✓Half day finish on a Friday
✓6% pension contribution
✓Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
✓Private Healthcare
✓Group income protection based on length of service
✓Paid time off for medical appointments
✓Family Friendly policies
✓Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT
✓#LI-SD1 Show more →