Plant Launch Operations Manager

Description

Act as champion for integration of GMS processes into new product launch

Ensures adherence to safety and WPO practices and procedures

Ensure adherence to launch processes including Masterdot, GPDP, and Launch Wall/PLOW.

Lead workstation and operator readiness process

Lead operations planning and execution

Report on launch status in all required forums

Lead, coach, and teach salaried and hourly employees

Promotes the development and maintenance of productive union relationships

Coordinate support group activities related to program processes

Work with counterparts in CME on installation, development, and execution of build plans

Work with PE to coordinate development towards product/process requirements

Coordinates launch activities with the focus factory team to minimize the launch activities as they pertain to current production schedules

Plan and develop new methods of approach to solve complex planning problems

Assists in establishing operational methods and work standards using various techniques

Responsible for the effective use of resources in supporting SPCRCE initiatives

Launch multiple products with potential 3rd party involvement

Support workstation and operator readiness process with 3rd party

Active participant of plant staff and their responsibilities

Establish and oversee required tooling activities for launch

Attend project meetings, acting as contact/liaison to coordinate all activities of launch

Develop and execute launch training plan

Coordinate run at rate activities to attain program targets

Manage SUPP budget

Additional Description

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

Basic Required

•2 yr. commitment to project preferred

•Strong leadership skills

•Demonstrated capability to implement and coach GMS principles

•Demonstrated capability to manage multiple manufacturing operations activities

•Demonstrated capability in project management skills

•Ability to travel (domestic and international)

•Oral and written communication skills

•High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and motivate employees

•High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

•Demonstrated technical and professional skills

•Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills and techniques.

Basic Preferred:

•Experience in machining and assembly processes

•5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment

•Project management experience

•Previous experience leading salaried teams

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