Plant Program/Launch Team (IPL)

Faurecia; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Financial rewards

Job summary

Forvia in Indiana seeks a Plant Program/Launch Team Member to lead automotive program launches from post–acquisition through six months after SOP. You will implement APQP, manage budgets, coordinate tasks, and interface with customers and suppliers to ensure on-time, compliant launches.

The role requires 2–5 years of program coordination experience, a bachelor’s in engineering, and English fluency. You’ll work in a manufacturing plant environment focused on quality, delivery, and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or final engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience coordinating automotive programs.
• English fluency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate automotive program tasks using a schedule of activities.
• Manage the program's budget and allocate resources.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as defined by the program.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001).
• Oversee production release, equipment installation, and ramp-up activities.

Skills

English Fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or final engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

# Welcome to the Faurecia's Career CenterLet us help you streamline your search. Upload your resume and we'll find the positions that best suit your qualifications.- Relevant skills and experience will be listed so you know why those jobs are a match## Job Description## **Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader**We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.## **Your mission, roles and responsibilities**The Plant Program/ Launch Team Member is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing programs at your plant. Its work starts from the end of the project acquisition (end of phase 1) until 6 months after the SOP.* Implements the APQP for the management of new programs complying with the procedures* Coordinates the assigned tasks of the program and ensures their fulfillment, through the use of a schedule of activities.* Manage the program's budget (launch cost).* In agreement with the program manager, it is a technical interface with customers and suppliers.* It is the interface between the Program Manufacturing Leader (PML) and the plant.* He is the team leader of the plant's program. Manage the resources assigned by each area to make a successful launch.* Review the skills of the operating personnel (know how) in the plant according to the requirements, industrial analysis and technical assignments during the manufacturing stage.* Coordinates the implementation of all changes related to the production system and/or product of the new programs, using the engineering change procedure* Ensures compliance with internal and corporate procedures related to Process Design and Development: - Faurecia PMS System-* Ensures that manufacturing processes meet the capacity requirements required by the customer.* Tracks the performance of client ratings for quality, deliverables, and projects; as well as maintenance of information on the applicable portals* Comply with the specific requirements of IATF 16949, FES and ISO 14001.* Ensure compliance with the requirements of the Quality Management System (QMS) described in manuals, process maps, procedures, and work instructions; as well as customer-specific, regulatory/legal requirements.* In case of detecting any non-conforming condition in the quality of the product, it has the authority to stop the process or the flow of the material, and to notify the quality area to define the containment process and control of non-conforming product with the responsible areas.* Ensure that manufacturing processes meet the capacity requirements required by the customer.* Ensure compliance with internal and corporate procedures related to Process Design and Development: - Faurecia PMS System-* Follow-up on the performance of client qualifications for quality, deliveries and projects; as well as maintenance of information in the applicable applicationsProduction Release:* Analyzes, develops, validates and releases the production system of a new program in the plant, must comply with: machinery and tools, layout, flow diagrams, SAP structures, process routing, material information, lean methodologies according to the group's standards and program objectives.* It ensures that new lines must meet the plant's production and quality standards before being released into production.* Coordinate the installation and launch of all equipment and tooling of the program in the plant.* Responsible for the success of the PT [Trial Production], MPT [Mass Production Trial] and EMPT [Extended Mass Production Trial] races.* Supports production ramp-up. PCOS +6 months* Identifies and defines the resources needed for the implementation of new production lines, including requesting MODs according to the schedule of events.## **Your profile and competencies to succeed**Minimum candidate requirements:* Bachelors degree in Industrial, mechanical, or final engineering.* 2-5 years of experience coordinating automotive programs.* English Fluency## **What we can do for you*** At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.* We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.* We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.* We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)* We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.* Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.## **Why join us**FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.Get MatchedUpload your resume and see jobs that match your skills and experience## Perks and Benefits### Health PlanWe offer a comprehensive and comprehensive Health Plan with choices between PPO and HDHP's as well as great Dental & Vision plans. We have everything you need to protect your family and dependents### WellnessWe are dedicated to our employees overall wellness - mind, body and spirit and offer a cash back incentive wellness program where employees can earn financial rewards for participating### EducationTuition Reimbursement is available for employees who wish to continue their education or puruse an advanced degree### Financial RewardsEmployees can earn excellent pay and prepare for the future with our retirement savings programs.