International Automotive Components
Launch Manager - Tier 1 Automotive Industry
Arlington, TX
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 99 days ago
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About the role
- Summary The Launch Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all manufacturing plant activities related to the successful launch of new and current automotive programs within a Tier 1 supplier environment.
- The Launch Manager oversees APQP activities, tooling and capital investments, launch budgets, engineering changes, and cross-functional plant readiness from pre-production through launch stabilization.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accountability for all assembly plant activities related to new program launches and ongoing model changes.
- Lead plant launch buildout meetings, open-issue reviews, and readiness assessments; drive actions to closure and escalate issues as needed.
- Lead plant APQP activities and ensure alignment with internal and customer-specific requirements.
- Oversee product and process validation, including part capability studies, trial builds, and production readiness reviews.
- Develop plant quality specification sheets defining part quality requirements and acceptance standards.
- Initiate and manage program commitments including tooling, capital equipment, and launch-related investments.
- Track and verify tooling development, installation, and readiness to support program timelines.
- Lead launch budget planning, tracking, and reporting for tooling, equipment, and capital expenditures.
- Support material costing, bill-of-material (BOM) creation, and financial validation for new and current programs.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ready to Lead and Make an Impact?
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree (BS) required in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field
- Master's degree (MA/MBA or technical discipline) preferred
- 5-8 years of experience in automotive manufacturing, launch management, or program management
- Tier 1 automotive supplier experience strongly preferred
- 401(k) Match up to 4%
Compensation
- Competitive Salary
Benefits
- Three (3) Weeks of Vacation (prorated the first year)
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Holiday Plant Shut-down & Employee Engagement Company Events
Company info
- Develop and validate packaging specifications to support safe, efficient delivery to customers.
- Apply today and become part of a team that values your technical expertise in driving the success of our Arlington facility.
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