Launch Manager

Stellantis; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401k match

Company vehicle lease

Job summary

Stellantis seeks a Launch Manager at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant to lead all launch activities, aligning Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to ensure safe, on-time, and within-budget program execution using SIS and WIP.

You will drive cross-functional execution, resolve issues, and lead both salaried and represented teams through high-pressure launch conditions, owning end-to-end readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of operations management in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Background in Quality and Engineering Management.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, processes, and automation.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interface effectively from hourly represented employees to senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capability.
• Experience with continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing (SPW).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to lead under pressure.
• Willingness to work off-shift hours and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all launch activities for Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, ensuring plant readiness for SOP.
• Drive execution using SIS standards and WIP cross-functional alignment.
• Deliver program milestones on time and within budget.
• Coordinate Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to achieve launch targets.
• Lead launch war rooms and drive closure of critical issues and risks.
• Ensure process validation, quality readiness, and workforce preparedness.
• Communicate launch status, risks, and recovery plans to plant and executive leadership.
• Provide leadership, direction, and accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Coach and develop team members while fostering a high-performance, results-driven culture.
• Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, workforce, and key stakeholders.

Skills

Operations management

Supervisory experience

Quality & engineering mgmt

Manufacturing systems

Planning & coordination

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership under pressure

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The Launch Manager at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant is responsible for leading all plant launch activities to ensure successful program execution using Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) principles and the Workplace Integration Process (WIP). This role provides end-to-end ownership of launch readiness by aligning Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering functions to deliver programs safely, on time, and within budget.

The Launch Manager serves as the central integrator across the plant, driving execution, resolving issues, and leading both salaried and represented teams through high-pressure launch conditions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of operations management experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Background in Quality and Engineering Management
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, processes, and automation
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interface effectively from hourly represented employees to senior leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capability
• Experience with continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing (SPW)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to lead under pressure
• Willingness to work off-shift hours and overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and executive reporting
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all launch activities for Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, ensuring plant readiness for SOP
• Drive execution using SIS standards and WIP cross-functional alignment
• Deliver program milestones on time and within budget
• Coordinate Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to achieve launch targets
• Lead launch war rooms and drive closure of critical issues and risks
• Ensure process validation, quality readiness, and workforce preparedness
• Communicate launch status, risks, and recovery plans to plant and executive leadership
• Provide leadership, direction, and accountability across all levels of the organization
• Coach and develop team members while fostering a high-performance, results-driven culture
• Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, workforce, and key stakeholders

Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

Additional Job Posting Information

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.