Program Launch Engineer

Job Description

***RELOCATION OPPORTUNITY! We will provide relocation assistance for the right candidates—relocation to Montpelier, OH

SUMMARY

The CLC Program Launch Engineer is accountable for managing and delivering the Launch of programs, working with the external customer and the internal stakeholders. The Program Launch Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, where applicable. The Program Launch Engineer is responsible for protecting the Plant and satisfying the Customer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Responsible for launch aspects of program management for programs.

· Work closely with the Program Managers to develop and launch the program successfully.

· Lead launch teams of Manufacturing Engineers / Technicians, Quality, Materials, Operations, and Production.

· Primary owner of Program Launch Readiness.

· Schedule and oversee delivery and installation of new launch equipment.

· Schedule and oversee early program builds.

· Ensure material is available to support early program builds.

· Ensure Work Instructions, Production Boards, etc. are in place to support program launch schedule.

· Manage Program-specific internal communications. Ensure all associates have the information needed to do their job. Shield the organization from confusion.

· Ensure leadership is informed on program status.

· Participate in Best Practices process improvements.

· Support development of work cell layouts.

· Plan and forecast incoming materials to meet launch timing.

· Implement continuous improvements identified during Lessons Learned to production processes.

· Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and statues and other government regulations which are directly applicable to the company.

· Ensure production process meets quoted process parameters (Cycle Time, Direct Labor, OEE) at time of Run At Rate.

· Oversee development of standard operational and working practices and observe associates to ensure compliance with standards.

· Coordinate safety efforts with the Safety Administrator.

· Keep abreast of industry developments.

· Support TS16949 Initiatives.

TECHNICAL EXPECTATIONS

· Understand manufacturing processes.

· Provide technical support on all product assigned Program launches.

· Excellent knowledge of manufacturing process, equipment, and tooling.

· Familiarity with MS Office suite, databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and program timelines.

· Ability to read blueprints.

COST MANAGEMENT

· Maximize company profitability while providing high value to the customer.

· Maintain the confidentiality of the company and its business.

· Participate in the sourcing of tooling and equipment for new programs, working with the Production Buyer, Tooling Engineer, Quality Engineer & Process Engineer.

· Advise Program Manager to invoice customer when appropriate.

GENERAL

· Work independently under direction from leadership. Maintain ownership of program and work effectively with others to co-ordinate all aspects of the job.

· Observe all company safety rules, policies and procedures.

· Ensure a high standard of business ethics is maintained.

· Work in compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949.

· Perform other duties as determined by the Director of PMO & Estimating.Company Description

Creative Liquid Coatings is a TS 16949 certified manufacturer with processes in Injection Molding, Chrome Plating, and Painting of interior & exterior automotive components.

With machines ranging in size from 100 Tons to 5000 Tons, we are equipped to handle your injection molding needs. We process an array of performance materials from commodity grades to custom blends and engineered thermoplastic resins.

Full-time