Automotive Launch Manager: Program and Change Leader

Adient US LLC; West Point (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient US LLC in West Point, GA is seeking a Program Manager to drive new programs and plant projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective design changes. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and quality, coordinating trials, approvals, and implementations.

The role emphasizes PLUS-based program launches, VA/VE activities, and rigorous progress tracking to meet fiscal year objectives, with strong emphasis on documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in automotive or manufacturing change-management disciplines preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support plant safety programs and ensure integration of HSE, Engineering, and Operations in change implementation.
• Manage new programs based on the Program Launch System (PLUS).
• Support VA/VE activities by coordinating engineering, operations, and quality during trials and approvals.
• Develop and present make vs. buy proposals and track cost-reduction efforts.
• Create reports and tracking files to manage projects and provide management updates.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Program launch support

Cost reduction

Report generation

PLM Team Center

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLM Team Center

eLPA

5S audits

Job description

Adient US LLC in West Point, GA is seeking a Program Manager to drive new programs and plant projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective design changes. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and quality, coordinating trials, approvals, and implementations.

The role emphasizes PLUS-based program launches, VA/VE activities, and rigorous progress tracking to meet fiscal year objectives, with strong emphasis on documentation and reporting.