Launch Manager

Rebo Lighting & Electronics, LLC; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Rebo Lighting & Electronics, LLC is seeking a Launch Manager to lead plant-level launch execution for automotive lighting solutions. You will coordinate cross-functional resources to ensure smooth ramp-up, meet cycle-time targets, and achieve program launch milestones.

The role requires 5+ years in automotive manufacturing, 3+ years in program management/launch roles, and deep knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and production readiness. Excellent leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in automotive manufacturing plant environment.
• Minimum 3 years in Program Management, APQP, or launch roles (BMW experience preferred).
• Experience as core team member in at least one automotive product launch.
• Familiarity with APQP/PPAP and production readiness requirements.
• Understanding of material planning, logistics coordination, and supply chain readiness for launches.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; team leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant-level launch execution coordinating cross-functional resources to meet ramp-up targets.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute build events including Run at Rate validation and pilot builds.
• Drive accountability across operations, engineering, quality, logistics, purchasing, and QA.
• Develop and manage production power build and capacity ramp-up plans.
• Identify and remove launch-related barriers impacting readiness, quality, cost, or delivery.
• Lead Launch Readiness Review meetings to secure production start-up approval.
• Monitor launch budget, cost, and financial performance.
• Coordinate logistics readiness aligning with program gate requirements.
• Prepare launch performance reports for up to three months post-SOP.
• Maintain launch dashboards and reporting for visibility into readiness and risk mitigation.
• Drive timely completion of all launch deliverables across teams.
• Support continuous improvement of launch processes, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Launch management

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

APQP

Launch readiness

Manufacturing engineering

Supply chain planning

Budget tracking

Leadership

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

Automotive program management tools

Launch tracking systems

Job description

Description

What’s most important to you? Afast-paced, dynamic workplace with good teamwork?Having autonomy to grow your career?Or making a meaningful impact?

How about all of the above?If you’re nodding, we are looking for you to join Team Rebo as aLaunch Manager!

A BIT ABOUT US

We are Rebo, and we provide interior and exterior automotive and electronics lighting solutions – both traditional and new concepts that we are excited to design and make! We are developing new technologies which help drive the future of electric vehicles, including charge status indicators as well as using light in new ways to improve safety and design. The opportunities to solve both practical customer needs and deliver enhanced features are endless.

Here, you'll discover that we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession. We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better and we put our people first by offering benefits that support your life and well-being. We strive to create a culture of learning and opportunity, and most importantly, an environment where you can feel connected to your work every day. We have our sights set on exciting things ahead, and we need top talent like YOU to help us get there!

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Lead plant-level launch execution by coordinating cross-functional and program resources to ensure smooth production ramp-up, achievement of cycle time targets, and successful attainment of program launch objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all build events, including Run at Rate (R@R) validation and pilot builds, ensuring manufacturing readiness and milestone achievement.
• Drive accountability across plant operation, engineering, quality, logistics, purchasing, AME, AQE ensuring timely completion of launch deliverables and adherence to launch glidepaths.
• Develop, implement, and manage production “power build” and capacity ramp-up plans to ensure manufacturing readiness and full capacity alignment with customer demand at SOP and beyond.
• Identify, track, and eliminate launch-related barriers that may impact production readiness, quality, cost, or delivery performance.
• Lead the Launch Readiness Review (LRR) meetings with cross functional team to validate launch preparedness and securing launch approval for production start-up.
• Monitor launch budget, cost, and financial performance.
• Coordinate logistics readiness activities in alignment with program gate requirements, ensuring material flow, packaging, and supply chain readiness ensuring compliance with program gate requirements.
• Prepare and publish launch performance reports for up to three months post-SOP to communicate launch status, risks, and corrective actions to all stakeholders.
• Consolidated and maintained comprehensive plant launch dashboards and reporting systems, providing visibility into program readiness, risk mitigation activities, and launch progress.
• Drive accountability across cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of all launch-related deliverables and adherence to program timing commitments.
• Support continuous improvement of launch processes, tools, and best practices to improve future program execution performance.

YOUR KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing plant environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Program Management, Advanced Quality Planning (APQP), or launch management roles. Prior BMW experience highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience as a core team member in at least one full automotive product or program launch within a manufacturing plant.
• Familiarity with automotive program management tools, launch tracking systems, and structured launch methodologies.
• Working knowledge of APQP,PPAP, automotive quality standards, and production readiness requirements.
• Understanding of material planning, logistics coordination, and supply chain readiness for production launches.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to drive accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Experience in team leadership or supervisory roles is preferred..

BE ON TEAM REBO, AND YOU’LL ENJOY

• A competitive salary and benefits package with the opportunity to advance
• We offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas
• Matching 401k
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• …and SO much more!