Program BOM Engineer I

LEAR CORPORATION; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAR CORPORATION in Duncan, SC is seeking a Program/BOM Engineer responsible for managing program launches and engineering changes. The role requires knowledge of automotive production processes and the ability to coordinate with JIT plants.

The ideal candidate should possess at least an Associate’s Degree and experience in program management within a manufacturing environment. Join us for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic automotive company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate's degree required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels within the organization.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, OSHA, and TS16949 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage BOMs and engineering change control processes.
• Create and build new BOMs in the ERP system.
• Coordinate engineering changes with JIT plants.
• Complete program management for new program launches.

Skills

Knowledge of raw materials and production processes

Ability to create results and build teams

Knowledge of automotive plant functions

Ability to assess multiple events

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

PROGRAM/BOM ENGINEER

LEAR CORPORATION PLANT - DUNCAN, SC

The Program/BOM Engineer is responsible for complete Program Management with new program launches and program maintenance, and for managing and coordinating engineering changes with the JIT plants.

Responsibilities:

• Review BOMs received from the central BOM team in Munich and manage engineering change control.
• Create and build new BOMs in the ERP system and Ujigami.
• Submit new BOMs to be built in the Access database (current) and independently build them in SAP (future).
• Maintain BOMs monthly, auditing between ERP, Ujigami, and Access.
• Use MS Excel for rapid comparisons and identification of similarities and differences in BOMs.
• Create engineering change notices for upcoming changes and communicate them to CKD customers.
• Coordinate upcoming part/engineering changes with the responsible JIT plants.
• Complete program management for new program launches and program maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and efficiencies, and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of the various functions of an automotive plant such as maintenance, quality, production control, safety, operations, and materials.
• Knowledge of strategies such as product lifecycle management (PLM), just‑in‑time, and self‑directed teams.
• Knowledge of Lear’s organizational rules, regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations for environmental control and other regulatory authorities.
• Ability to create results, build teams, foster trust, and handle resistance to change.
• Ability to assess multiple events and circumstances to establish a course of action.
• Recognize relationships between facts, information, or situations to integrate information from various sources.
• Evaluate alternatives and anticipate consequences of various courses of action.
• Provide sound rationale and explanations for decisions and actions.
• Communicate information objectively without personal bias.
• Take an unpopular stand when necessary.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Analyze problems, ask appropriate questions, gather additional information to identify causes and solutions.
• Communicate at all levels within the organization and with customers and vendors.
• Multi‑task with multiple priorities and time frames.

Special Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ISO 14001, OSHA, and TS16949 requirements and compliance.

Education:

Associate’s Degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location Code: 0012

Nearest Major Market: Spartanburg
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina