Body Construction Valhalla Technician - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom - Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd

Description

Aston Martin Job Opportunity

For over 110 years Aston Martin has made the most exquisitely addictive performance sports cars. But no one builds an Aston Martin on their own. Behind these legends and landmarks are hundreds of dreamers, darers, and doers who make extraordinary happen, every single day. That's why the name of everyone who has ever worn our famous wings is inscribed on the wall of our factory.

As we embark on an exciting new era for the business, in particular building our brand new mid-engine halo supercar, the Valhalla, we need the very best people to write their own chapter on our journey to become the world's most desirable ultra-luxury British performance brand.

Join us.

JOB PURPOSE:

As a member of the Body Construction team working on Valhalla in a brand new Bodyshop facility, you will be required to support build, rework, and problem-solving activities in all processes within the Valhalla Bodyshop.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rectification / removal of all dents, dings, distortions, and high spots using appropriate tools (i.e., Hammers, leavers, files, spoons, flappers, and DA's).
• Dress & shape panels and joints using graded paper, files, and orbital sander.
• Remove E coat and primer runs using graded paper and block ensuring no damage to panels.
• Dressing areas after rectification is complete. Rubbing down of panels ensuring car is ready for paint application.
• Undertake finishing on parts and exterior panels working to AML standards, to remove all dents / distortions / high spots.
• Undertake rectification of incorrect panel fitment, both painted and unpainted, including the use of measuring equipment for Gap & Profile Adjustment and Validation.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of an appropriate automotive apprenticeship (city & guilds level 3 + or equivalent) is essential.
• Previous experience of working within the automotive industry is essential.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and application of fundamental practical problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience of Body Dimensional Measurement tools and techniques inc GD&T is preferable.

This is a role that is tied to production and requires the incumbent to be on their feet for the entirety of the shift. Successful candidates will be required to support/work in other areas as may be necessary. Belong at Aston Martin We understand that the incredible beauty, craft, and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different. Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.