Program Launch Engineer

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Job Description:
Site Launch Engineer
Company: OPmobility (Plastic Omnium)
Experience: 4–6 Years
Location: [Insert Location]
Function: Industrial / Manufacturing / Program Launch

The Site Launch Engineer is responsible for ensuring the successful industrialization and launch of new programs within the plant. This role acts as a key interface between program management, engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant project launches.

• 1. Program Launch Management
  Lead site-level activities for new product launches from SOP (Start of Production) readiness through ramp-up.
  
  Ensure adherence to OPmobility launch standards, milestones, and reporting systems.
  
  Coordinate cross-functional teams (production, quality, logistics, maintenance) for effective launch execution
• 2. Industrialization & Process Readiness
  Support industrialization of new products and processes within the plant.
  
  Validate production processes, cycle times, and line layouts. Ensure manufacturing feasibility and readiness aligned with program timelines
• 3. Project Coordination
  Act as the primary interface between central program teams and plant operations.
  
  Track project deliverables, risks, and mitigation plans. Organize and lead internal launch reviews and readiness meetings
• 4. Quality & Compliance
  Ensure all quality requirements (PPAP, APQP, control plans, PFMEA) are met before SOP. Support production trial runs, pilot builds, and validation phases. Track launch quality KPIs (scrap rate, defects, rework) and implement corrective actions
• 5. Production Ramp-Up
  Monitor ramp-up performance against production targets and customer demand. Drive continuous improvement actions to achieve stable production. Ensure adherence to safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) objectives.
• 6. Risk Management
  Identify launch risks and develop mitigation plans proactively. Manage escalations and ensure quick resolution of plant-level issues.

• Education
  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
• Experience
  4–6 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or program launch. Experience in automotive or Tier-1 supplier environment preferred.

• Technical Skills
  Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans.
  
  Understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, painting, etc. preferred). Experience in industrial project management and process validation.
• Behavioral Skills
  Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities. High level of accountability and ownership.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred). Knowledge of project management tools is an advantage.

On-time launch delivery SOP readiness compliance

Ramp-up performance (volume, efficiency)
Quality performance during launch phase

Cost adherence vs. project budget

Experience in greenfield/brownfield plant launches

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts

Experience working with global OEMs