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Job Location:
New Philadelphia, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
The Plant Launch Engineer leads the plant team for a program product or process launch. Responsible for all plant tasks deliverables and events via the plant team. Works closely with the Program Manager and the rest of the Program Team. Functions as Program Manager for internal plant projects. Reports directly to Launch Manager in Plant (where applicable).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Leads a cross functional plant based program team
- Responsible for all plant tasks and deliverables for new product launches including tool release purchase and installation and commission of all tooling and equipment and training all PPAPs supplier readiness reviews and meeting all customer requirements and MRDs
- Represents the team as the lead manufacturing member of the Program Team. Interface with the Program Manager Program Engineer Program Buyer Account Manager and Cost Analyst
- Meeting program timing requirements for the total program but with special focus on plant tasks and deliverables
- Gap analysis and roadmaps for plant targets including material scrap production cycle time tool cost and capital investment. Maintains shared responsibility to meet all operational financial targets with the plant/division teams
- Provides operations support for product builds testing process optimization run at rate events and variation studies
- Represents operations in a professional way maintains customer satisfaction and meets customer expectations for response time quality products delivery on time communication and quality systems
- When functioning as the Program Manager meets all requirements of that Job Description
- Ensures Housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintained
- Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards such as TS 16949 and ISO 14001
- Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement including Lean
- Engineering Change InterCompany and Prototype Coordination
- Management of Customer and Cooper Systems within the program management requirements. (VPP Alerts EnterProj Windchill etc.)
- Influences the level of service and the teams ability to meet quality and volume objectives in a timely manner
- May on occasion be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
Education and Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor of Science (BA) in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering preferred
- Minimum of three years experience in automotive industry
- Ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
- Experience in a variety of basic operations disciplines: Manufacturing Engineering Quality Engineering Materials and Logistics Process / Tooling Engineering and Shop Floor Management
- Indepth understanding and application of concepts theories and principles in program management
- Identifies and Coordinates the resolution of issues related to programs or processes
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness and ability to travel as necessary
Work Environment/Work Conditions:
- Professional Office Environment
- Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
- Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
- Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury
Position Type:
RegularAdditional Locations:
Additional Information:
Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex national origin genetic information physical or mental disability age veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences whether personal professional or via education or volunteerism we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.Remote Status:
On-siteRequired Experience:
IC
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About Company
OUR INNOVATION. YOUR ADVANTAGE. Cooper Standard is a leading materials science and manufacturing expert headquartered in Northville, Mich. USA. We operate in 21 countries and with a global team of 25,000 employees. We develop materials, systems and components for a wide range of diver ... View more
