Automotive Product Launch Manager

Lead automotive product launches at Johnson Electric in Ancaster, Ontario, using project management and manufacturing expertise onsite. Guide programs from concept through production start-up.As Launch Manager, you will plan and execute launches while coordinating Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance. Your work supports customer, quality, cost, timing, and operational requirements across new manufacturing solutions. Experience with APQP, PPAP, capacity studies, and automotive quality requirements is central to the position.Key Responsibilities:
Lead new product launch planning, execution, and deliveryCoordinate cross-functional teams across major plant-launch activitiesDevelop timelines, milestones, deliverables, and launch-readiness plansDrive PPAP approval and customer acceptanceMonitor project costs, timing, risks, resources, and actionsRequirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related disciplineTwo to three years’ automotive manufacturing experienceProject or program management experienceKnowledge of APQP, PPAP, Run at Rate, and capacity studiesWorking knowledge of IATF 16949 and GD&TApply automotive project management, APQP, PPAP, and cross-functional leadership to product launches at Johnson Electric.
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