Automotive Program Launch Lead

Magna-International-6df39721; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain seeks a seasoned Launch Manager to lead all plant launch activities from award through SOP and ramp-up at our Indiana facility. You will coordinate manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and finance teams to meet timing, quality, cost, and readiness targets.

The role requires 5–7 years in automotive program launches, with a solid APQP/PPAP foundation and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of manufacturing, program launch, or program management in the automotive industry.
• Bachelor’s degree required; engineering/technical degree preferred.
• Experience leading plant launches and understanding APQP/PPAP processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant launch activities from program award through SOP and ramp-up.
• Coordinate cross-functional launch teams across manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and finance.
• Develop, manage, and execute launch plans and timelines aligned with milestones.
• Track and drive closure of open issues related to equipment, tooling, quality, staffing, and materials to ensure launch readiness.
• Support equipment installation, validation, run-offs, and production trials to meet targets.
• Ensure APQP deliverables including PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, and PPAP submissions.
• Monitor launch metrics including run-at-rate, scrap, downtime, and OEE; drive corrective actions.
• Escalate risks to leadership and ensure timely resolution of critical issues impacting launch timing or performance.
• Support hiring, training, and readiness of production teams for launch requirements.
• Ensure MAFACT principles and standards are implemented throughout launch activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned post-launch to support future success.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, OSHA/ANSI, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Program management

Manufacturing

APQP/PPAP

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering or technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Magna Powertrain seeks a seasoned Launch Manager to lead all plant launch activities from award through SOP and ramp-up at our Indiana facility. You will coordinate manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and finance teams to meet timing, quality, cost, and readiness targets.

The role requires 5–7 years in automotive program launches, with a solid APQP/PPAP foundation and proficiency in Microsoft Office.