The Jr. Project Specialist is responsible for support of MCE Launch Standards for new model launches during the entire launch process. The position will interact with Corporate Planning, Production Management, Vehicle Process Engineering, and
Product Engineering on all matters relating to Project Launch activities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lead a cross-functional team to successfully Launch a New Vehicle on time within budget
Create & Track to Resource Plans / WBS / Master Plan
Track Status to Budget
Lead Steering Committee & Escalate Issues Accordingly
Develop Pilot Schedules. Track Plan vs Actual with Daily Pilot Meetings and Reports
Manage KPI / KAIs & PDP timing & Escalate Risks
IH Review Preparation / Execution
Coordinate and lead workshops to resolve major issues
Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and escalate priority concerns
Work closely with Team leads, Quality, and Engineering to ensure objectives are met at the station and plant levels.
Build relationships with Engineering and Manufacturing to comprehend the new product requirements and sequence of build.
Develop and improve work methods.
Work with functional managers and operation managers to improve productivity, quality, and output.
Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) as it relates to Launch Domain and WPI
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
3 or more years of Automotive experience
Program management experience / training
Excellent communication and computer skills
Excellent problem solving/analytical skills
experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work as part of a team and interface with all levels of management and labor
Highly motivated self-starter and change agent
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Master's Degree
Working Knowledge of MEDDs, PentaSap, PFS, FIS, Manufacturing Portal, and MCE Global Portal