General Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to act as a team leader and expert, driving internal and external customers through the lifespan of a project, from concept inception through plastic part/mold design, validation, and production. Responsible for planning, leading, and organizing the APQP and new product launch functions within the organization.

Job Description

Responsible to lead and manage projects and programs as assigned.
Main customer contact for all items in the launch phase as it pertains to customers' projects.
Plan and develop methods, procedures and timing for implementation of assigned product launches, EC's, VAVE, and CI activities.
Work closely with Operations, Engineering and Quality to provide consistent communications to the customer, ensure the project is on schedule, and maintain budget objectives.
Maintain documentation including open issues, timing, key contacts, EC history, tooling, cost data, customer development.
Coordinate and monitor all program documentation including APQP, Control Plan, PFMEA, Process Flow, Customer Test Specifications
Maintain quoting activities for assigned customer and programs.
Responsible to ensure new tooling meets our Tool Design Standard.
Interface with customer and suppliers as appropriate to improve or provide feedback on part, material, and tooling designs.
Responsible for Program Launch Key Measures and results.
Adhere to and implement procedures that are in the best interest of our company.
Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment
Previous experience in customer interface/account management, plastic processing in the plastic industry preferred.
Demonstrate formal Program Management experience.
Knowledge or experience in thermoforming and/or injection molding
Possess a good knowledge of plastic materials, properties, usages, and limitations.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Experience with GD&T, blueprint reading
Knowledge or experience in automotive final appearance is beneficial.
Must have very good customer service skills and be able to effectively interact with all departments and very diverse personalities.
Must be able to exercise influence, motivate, move people along, and successfully drive programs.
Ability to manage internal and external relationships.
Ability to function with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in office systems software – word processing, spreadsheets, database
Strong written communication skills including ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to gather and analyze data for
Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.

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