Manufacturing Launch Manager

Manufacturing Launch Manager
Harrogate area, up to £65k

Global automotive manufacturer requires a New Product Launch Manager to ensure future projects are delivered effectively.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in new product launches in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.
The role will be challenging, and we seek a resilient candidate able to manage multiple projects effectively in a pressurised and quality-driven environment.

The role:
Represent the plant, from kick-off meeting until achievement of the Launch targeted KPIs.
Coordinate all the activities inside the plant to ensure a flawless launch
Manage plant convergence plans in coordination with the Project Manager
Define the plant project timing, in accordance with the global project timing.
Define the project and all the core functions the needs for the project in the plant.
Raise the DAI's and drive the workflow
Follow all the KPIs in the launch book
Collect and monitor data regarding plant launch costs, report to Plant Manager and Project Manager, manage recovery action plans
Schedule organise drives, monitor the trial runs and scorecards, according to project master schedule, including run @ rate

The Person
Educated to Degree-level qualification in production management or Industrial methods or equivalent
Proven experience in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.
New product launch experience.
Experience in managing multiple projects from development to launch.
Excellent project management skills
Experience in Management & Finance Management
Conversant with Production & Logistics
Understanding of Site techniques & Disciplines
Conversant with industrial methods
Aware of Quality procedures

Benefits:
25 days per year holiday + Bank
Company pension scheme
Death in Service of 4 x salary

Call Yasemin at Travail on 01423 530138 for more information.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.