Stellantis

Launch Manager

Stellantis • $90K — $120K *
Detroit, MI 48228In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; preference for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • 5+ years of operations management experience in high-volume manufacturing.
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong background in Quality and Engineering Management.
  • Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead plant launch activities for successful program execution.
  • Drive execution using Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) and Workplace Integration Process (WIP).
  • Deliver program milestones on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate across Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering for launch targets.
  • Lead war rooms to resolve critical issues and risks.
  • Ensure process validation and workforce readiness.
  • Communicate launch status and recovery plans to leadership.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career development and coaching.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership.
  • Engagement in high-pressure, dynamic work environments.
  • A prominent role in driving business success through effective launches.
Full Job Description
The Launch Manager at Detroit Complex MACK Assembly is responsible for leading all plant launch activities to ensure successful program execution using Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) principles and the Workplace Integration Process (WIP). This role provides end-to-end ownership of launch readiness by aligning Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering functions to deliver programs safely, on time, and within budget.

The Launch Manager serves as the central integrator across the plant, driving execution, resolving issues, and leading both salaried and represented teams through high-pressure launch conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all launch activities for Detroit Complex MACK, ensuring plant readiness for SOP
  • Drive execution using SIS standards and WIP cross-functional alignment
  • Deliver program milestones on time and within budget
  • Coordinate Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to achieve launch targets
  • Lead launch war rooms and drive closure of critical issues and risks
  • Ensure process validation, quality readiness, and workforce preparedness
  • Communicate launch status, risks, and recovery plans to plant and executive leadership
  • Provide leadership, direction, and accountability across all levels of the organization
  • Coach and develop team members while fostering a high-performance, results-driven culture
  • Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, workforce, and key stakeholders


Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 5 years of operations management experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Background in Quality and Engineering Management
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, processes, and automation
  • Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interface effectively from hourly represented employees to senior leadership
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capability
  • Experience with continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing (SPW)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to lead under pressure
  • Willingness to work off-shift hours and overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and executive reporting
  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills
  • Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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