Automotive Program Launch Lead - Bonus Eligible

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision options

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Program Launch Manager in St. Joseph, MI to lead high-impact automotive product launches.

The role reports to the Engineering Manager and demands hands-on leadership on the factory floor with cross-functional collaboration to meet ambitious schedules. You will drive program execution, manage APQP activities, mitigate risks, and ensure quality and compliance while communicating with customers and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience may substitute for degree.
• 3-5 years in a similar program management role preferred.
• Background in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments; automotive suppliers preferred.
• Experience with project management including timelines and budgets.
• Experience communicating directly with customers.
• Experience with launch documentation such as APQP, PPAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end project execution from concept to delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Manage changes and APQP launches; maintain technical documentation throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial groups to define requirements and remove roadblocks.
• Identify and mitigate program risks; develop contingency plans to protect critical-path milestones.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance across all engineering deliverables and processes.
• Provide regular status updates to senior leadership and customers; drive process improvements to streamline workflows.
• Other duties as directed by management.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

APQP

PPAP

Manufacturing engineering

Customer communication

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Program Launch Manager in St. Joseph, MI to lead high-impact automotive product launches.

The role reports to the Engineering Manager and demands hands-on leadership on the factory floor with cross-functional collaboration to meet ambitious schedules. You will drive program execution, manage APQP activities, mitigate risks, and ensure quality and compliance while communicating with customers and leadership.