Adient

Trim Manager

Mexico · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerAdient
  • LocationMexico
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

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.

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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 Queretaro

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