Automotive Program Launch Lead — High-Impact Growth

Workforce Recruiter; Saint Joseph (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus potential

Excellent medical benefits

Relocation package

Résumé du poste

Workforce Recruiter is seeking a Program Launch Manager in the Saint Joseph, MI area to lead high-visibility automotive launches. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and focuses on delivering on-time, within-budget product introductions with rigorous documentation and cross-functional coordination.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in program management in manufacturing, with APQP/PPAP experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in a similar program management role.
• Background in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments; automotive suppliers preferred.
• PM experience with timelines and budgets.
• Experience communicating with customers.
• Experience with launch documentation such as APQP/PPAP.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end engineering programs from concept through delivery with defined scopes, milestones, budgets, and resources.
• Oversee design/manufacturing updates using APQP standards and document throughout the project life cycle.
• Direct cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial groups to meet requirements and priorities.
• Identify design, supply, or timeline risks and create data-driven contingency plans.
• Champion quality and regulatory compliance across deliverables.
• Provide regular status reports, KPIs, and milestone reviews to senior leadership and customers; drive process improvements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Customer communication

APQP

PPAPs

MS Office

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

APQP

PPAPs

MS Office

ERP

Description du poste

Workforce Recruiter is seeking a Program Launch Manager in the Saint Joseph, MI area to lead high-visibility automotive launches. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and focuses on delivering on-time, within-budget product introductions with rigorous documentation and cross-functional coordination.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in program management in manufacturing, with APQP/PPAP experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication with customers.