BS Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in Automotive manufacturing
Good understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Experience interfacing directly with customers
Knowledge of JobBoss or similar MRP systems
Expertise in project management and leading cross-functional teams
Strong presentation and communication skills
Self-motivated with a proactive problem-solving approach
Responsibilities
Oversee the new part introduction/launch process
Collaborate with customers and vendors on product specifications
Create project specifications, budgeting, and timelines
Ensure effective resource allocation for project phases
Coordinate with departments for manufacturing efficiency
Manage project timelines and budgets
Troubleshoot issues with project teams and vendors
Prepare status reports and adjust schedules as needed
Update JobBoss database with revisions and process changes
Assess parts for continuous improvement opportunities
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
Collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork
Access to advanced tools and technologies
Engagement with cross-disciplinary teams
Focus on safe working practices and employee well-being
Full Job Description
Primary skills and responsibilities:
Proven team player skills with ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships
Ability to build excellent relationships with key stakeholders.
Ability to effectively delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables
Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work within a matrixed management structure in an agile and non-siloed manner.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent business and technical writing
Capable of managing multiple projects
Capable of reading drawings and schematics
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices
Monitor performance metrics to measure success as a group and by plant to ensure quality, cost and delivery goals are met.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain responsibility and accountability for new part introduction/launch process.
Confers with customers or vendors to determine or review product specifications and manufacturing capabilities.
Plan and formulate specifications of project, cost of project, and equipment.
Plan to determine time frame, procedures for accomplishing project and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
Work with various departments to determine manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, quality processes and other procedures to ensure efficient production methods.
Coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget.
Confer with project team to troubleshoot and work through any processing problems and/or outside vendor issues, and provide technical advice to resolve problems.
Prepare status reports and modify schedules or plans as required.
Update database (JobBoss) with revision and process changes.
Evaluate parts for continuous improvements to increase quality and profitability.
Minimum Requirements:
BS Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience in Automotive focused Manufacturing environment.
Good understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Experience interfacing directly with customers.
Strong English written and verbal communication skills
Experience with JobBoss or equivalent MRP systems, with the ability to provide inputs to the ERP system, bill of materials, routings, hours, etc.
Great understanding of the importance of the schedule and how on time delivery to the customer is always the goal.
Demonstrated experience leading cross functional teams; strong project management skills.
Strong presentation skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-directed and motivated to get things done. Solves problems with a "can do" attitude.
