LVA Programmatic Launch Lead - El Paso

Program Management: Development of program timelines and milestones that support programmatic job site launch and handover to site for sustained supply. Ensure jobs are launched on time, within budget, with associated cost targets and no customer impact (Delivery and Quality). Ensure jobs are launched on time, within budget, with associated cost targets and no customer impact (Delivery and Quality). Establish process to validate manufacturing readiness for new jobs and obtain lessons learned from current ones. Coordinate and align at site level to create and execute overall launch plan. Work with site to ensure job specific requirements are identified, deployed and implemented. Support design for manufacturing initiatives and drive process optimization that drive launch execution and efficiency. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. 5 years of experience in product/process launch, operations, materials planning and/or manufacturing, or industrial engineering, or supply chain. 2 years of experience in Project Management or has obtained Project management certifications. Completed MBA from an accredited institution. Must possess project management, analytical, problem solving and facilitation skills. Capable of leading project work utilizing project management skills and tools. Ability to operate a wide latitude for actions and recommendations which support product line programmatic site launch. Strong knowledge of manufacturing practices; experience in manufacturing or plant operations. Experience with the manufacture and assembly of complex assemblies. Experience with developing manufacturing processes for new products and change management. Demonstrated knowledge of MRL or equivalent manufacturing readiness development process and PFMEA's. Ability to build effective ramp plans and work with supply chain function on supply plans and MPS. Self guided and cross functional management skills with the ability to drive execution at site level. Experience working in a highly matrixed environment and leading people by influence. Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across site functions. Ability to challenge the status quo and engage others to help drive creative solutions.