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Actalent Launch Manager in Dalton, Georgia
LAUNCH ENGINEERING MANAGER | DALTON, GA
Description: The Launch Manager is responsible for the management and leadership of new product development/launch programs for automotive OEM application. This role will work with Program Management to industrialize programs in the manufacturing facility. The Launch Manager will act as a key interface between Program Management and plant launch team to achieve the program's targets on time, cost, quality, and manufacturing feasibility.
Responsibilities
Manages events and deliverables associated with the launch of a new product/process
Plans and executes the critical deliverables according to the program
Holds contractors and internal launch team accountable for performance to scope & timing
Effectively execute and implement Change Control Process for designated facility
Drive launch team to have responsibility for each functional area of the start-up
Create start-up plan, maintain timeline, Manufacturing Readiness and open issues list to ensure the program achieves customer milestones, internal deliverables, and engineering deadlines and plant start-up in line program timeline
Coach and motivate the launch team to encourage ownership and responsibility for the activities (functional deliverables and reporting) within the project team
Coordinate identification of launch team and work with functional managers to identify the training needs and create training plans
Clearly articulate, communicate both verbally and electronically to all levels of the organization
Complete weekly status updates/calls in conjunction with driving monthly project execution (launch readiness review)
Coordinate all activities to meet project milestones for equipment installation and process validation including PV Build deliverables, Run-at-Rate, PV Parts and assemblies
Conduct Manufacturing reviews and Ensure Manufacturing Readiness
Manage customer communication and relationship for project issues and commitments
Engage in problem solving, lead team & apply methodology to successfully get to rout cause and corrective planning
Plan and execute a robust risk management process to include identification, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, mitigation and contingency planning
Ensure Advanced Quality Planning/PPAP, PFMEA, Control plan, including customer signoff and Process receive proper approvals and signoff for the program/launch
Other related duties as assigned
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Quality, or Supply Chain
3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment
OEM or Tier-1 manufacturing experience, preferably with a German OEM
Experience managing multiple programs concurrently
Solid business aptitude and experience managing overall program financial performance
Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task
Detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative
Strong people management skills
Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
Tact, a sense of urgency, and an overall customer satisfaction focus
Experience managing capital projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Thermoforming, robotic waterjet trimming, PUR process application, injection molding/extrusion experience preferred
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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