Launch Manager

Your responsibilities

Summary:

The Launch Manager leads the successful introduction of new products, engineering changes, manufacturing processes, and equipment transfers within the OEM automotive business. The role serves as the primary link between Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure production readiness, flawless launch execution, and achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Launch Management

* Lead product launches, engineering changes, and special build activities from planning through production.

* Develop and manage project plans, milestones, timelines, and deliverables.

* Drive cross-functional teams to meet launch objectives for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and customer satisfaction.

* Identify, mitigate, and resolve launch risks to ensure successful program execution.

* Ensure smooth production ramp-up with zero safety incidents, minimal defects, and on-time delivery.

Cross-Functional Leadership

* Coordinate activities across Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Plant Leadership.

* Lead launch reviews, track action items, and communicate project status.

* Provide leadership updates on program progress, risks, and corrective actions.

Manufacturing Readiness

* Ensure equipment, processes, materials, and personnel are ready for production.

* Partner with Engineering and Operations to validate manufacturing capability and production readiness.

* Coordinate training, production trials, and operational handoffs.

* Manage material readiness, logistics planning, and inventory ramp-up/ramp-down activities.

Product Lifecycle & Continuous Improvement

* Coordinate prototype builds, production trials, production submissions, and BOM readiness.

* Support change management and transition programs into serial production.

* Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for launch and manufacturing issues.

* Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 8D, and other structured problem-solving methods.

* Monitor and improve key performance metrics including throughput, scrap, OEE, productivity, and launch performance.

Position Impact

This role is critical to deliver successful product launches and operational initiatives that improve manufacturing performance, customer satisfaction, and business results in a fast-paced automotive supplier environment.

Company

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

We value diversity

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonablea

Your benefits

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

* A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.

* Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.

* 401K matching program.

* Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.

* Paid volunteer hours.

* Tuition reimbursement program.

* Gym reimbursement.

* Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.

* Internal growth opportunities.

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

* Discounted BILSTEIN products.

Contact

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