Yanfeng Automotive Interiors

Manager, Program Launch

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors • $80K — $110K *
Fountain Inn, SC 29644In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Automation, or related field
  • 5-10+ years experience in automotive manufacturing and PLC systems
  • Willingness to travel as needed
  • Strong computer literacy
  • Proficient organizational and excellent oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end launch activities for PLC-controlled systems
  • Manage equipment installation and commissioning timelines
  • Oversee PLC programming and documentation
  • Drive troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and process improvements
  • Coordinate with OEM customers and suppliers
  • Train maintenance and production teams on controls systems
  • Ensure launch milestones are achieved on time

Benefits

  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • PTO/Sick Time
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Rewarding Healthy Behavior Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Health Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company Discount Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:

The Launch Manager with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is responsible for leading and executing all technical aspects of manufacturing launch activities related to PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems. This role ensures successful introduction of new programs by managing controls integration, equipment readiness, and process validation in compliance with customer, safety, and quality requirements.

Essential functions of the job:
  • Lead end-to-end launch activities for PLC-controlled systems.
  • Manage equipment installation and commissioning timelines.
  • Oversee PLC programming
  • Drive troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and improvements
  • Coordinate with OEM customers and suppliers
  • Maintain PLC documentation, backups, and version control.
  • Train maintenance and production teams on controls systems
  • Launch milestones achieved on time.
  • Run-at-rate performance.
  • First-pass yield at launch.
  • Equipment uptime
  • Audit compliance
  • Robotics integration
  • Industrial networks
  • Electrical schematics
  • Root cause tools (5 Why, PFMEA)
  • Leadership and project management
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Strong communication and teamwork
  • Ability to perform in high-pressure launch environments.

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Automation, or related field
  • *Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.
  • 5-10+ years in automotive manufacturing and PLC systems
  • Must be able and willing to travel if needed.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Proficient organizational skills.
  • Excellent oral communication skills.

Our Investment in You:
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • PTO/Sick Time
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Rewarding Healthy Behavior Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Health Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company Discount Program


About Yanfeng Automotive Interiors

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is a leading global supplier of automotive interiors. The company's products include instrument panels, door panels, floor consoles, and other interior components. Yanfeng Automotive Interiors serves a wide range of customers in the automotive industry, including major automakers such as Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
Learn more about Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
Size
30,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
2015
* Ladders Estimates

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