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At International Automotive Components, it’s what’s inside that really drives us. Operating across 19 countries, we bring over 160 years of automotive expertise to the forefront in crafting beautiful interiors that help to differentiate vehicles in the global marketplace. We believe our employees to be our greatest asset : we welcome employees of all backgrounds, and are proud to provide benefits such as professional development opportunities, a gym scheme, and length of service awards among many others.
We are excited to confirm the below opportunity to join our innovative and conscientious team :
Launch Engineering Manager -
- To provide a supervisory and engineering service
- To provide support with all launch related activities
Main objectives and results :
Direct line management, coaching and training of Manufacturing Engineering teamDotted line management and coaching of launch teamAccountability for Project management of all aspects of projects to support site development and launchPlan the workload for specific major projects across production shutdown periodsLead cross functional on time, on cost product launchesPreparation of RFQ’s, contract review and risk management.Liaise with outside contractors if requiredChecking that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed to a satisfactory standard and following up on any deficiencies.Successful co-ordination of running changesImplementation and team adherence to IAC Project Management SystemsManage plant interface in support of Program targetsMaintain IAC and personal credibility with the customer and balance of customer relationship and IAC profitabilityEnsure Launch Readiness Reviews are complete and updated as requiredSupport customer launch meetingsEnsure Engineering and Launch KPI’s are updated timelyOwnership of resolution to off standardsLaunch Readiness Documents – identify and lead to resolution of key issuesClearly identify and follow up issues requiring management interventionSupport management of launch process and launch reviewsApply, execute and maintain function related Project Milestones / Timing PlansEnsure continuity on current engineering and project deliverablesPreferred Skills and Experience :
Candidates must be time-served multi-skilled Engineer, preferably certified to HND / degree level.Proven experience of Engineering, preferably within a high volume, automotive manufacturing environment.Competent in Microsoft OfficeExcellent organisational and communicational skills as well as a strong sense of urgency and an ability to work under pressure.Confident decision makers and proactive problem solversAbility to work as an individual or as part of a team.Experienced in managing and delivering significant capex projects.Experienced in working in a highly pressured and demand focused organisation.Able to liaise professionally at ALL levels within and outside the CompanyKnowledge of customer base, manufacturing processes and capabilities, company products, technology and efficiencyKnowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.3 years of experience working within a JIT / Lean manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of MES, DC tooling, EOL electrical test and Vision systems is advantageousJ-18808-Ljbffr