BMW Plant Hams Hall - Production Specialist - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

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We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing and where they are given their own areas of responsibility right from the start of their time with us. That’s why our experts will treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

BMW Group Plant Hams Hall is a modern, state-of-the-art engine manufacturing facility, located just outside Birmingham, UK. Producing the latest generation of three and four cylinder petrol engines, and precision machining key engine components, the plant has recently celebrated 20 years of successful production. Operating seven days a week, with more than one engine rolling off the line per minute, the plant plays a key role in BMW Group’s global production network, supplying engines for BMW and MINI, including some of the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles.

BMW Plant Hams Hall – Production Specialist – 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

Our Production Specialist and Process Leaders are looking for support from a driven and motivated student to ensure the optimisation of processes and technologies in the V engine production systems, guaranteeing organisation and management of production driven improvements. You will have the opportunity to assist in ensuring all problems within are managed and corrected with repeatable and robust methods.

What awaits you?

• Introduce new technologies into the business, whilst developing all existing technologies.
• Support the structured management of all value-added production system activities, assisting Production specialists and Process leaders in the development of the work organisation.
• Assist in process improvements and support in ensuring operational requirements are in place.
• Support in KPI development and monitoring as well as providing training to the work organisation on KPI reports.
• Regularly audit processes and corrective actions to validate current conformance.
• Support with the updating of process documents and systems.
• Assist in the organisation of team travel plans.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree related to engineering, business or a similar field, and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Able to show passion and enthusiasm, as well as maturity and a professional attitude.
• High level analytical skills.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft office).
• Confident presentation skills.
• High intrinsic motivation and creativity.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £24,950, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 39 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.  

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Friday 31st Janaury 2025.

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com