Magna Engineered Glass: Pre-Production Launch Coordinator (PLC)

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages   based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world. Job Responsibilities: Role Summary The Pre-Production Launch Coordinator at Magna Engineered Glass supports the Launch Program Manager in facilitating the pre-production deliverables as defined in the Product Delivery Process (PDP), starting in Phase 2 through Phase’s 5/6.  Key facilitator in the hand-off process to the Production Team for Customer production ramp and SOP. Job Purpose : Manages the core inputs and outputs of the Pre-Production process focused on component management, build event coordination, production process and system interface, development and event scheduling. Scope: Location: North America Program Size: Must be able to manage 1 – 3 programs simultaneously Program Type / Complexity: New Launch Product Process: PDP Magna Corporate Launch System (Phases 2 – 5/6) Responsibility: Launch Team Support as directed by Program Manager Job Qualifications : Education (must): 2-year College Associate Degree or Technical School Certificate Years of Experience (must): 1 – 3 Years Microsoft Tools (must): Proven Skills in EXCEL, Power Point, Word, etc. Travel (as required): Minimal – usually local Equipment Integrators Work Environment (must): Be willing and physically capable of working in the manufacturing environment, “on the floor’ for extended periods as necessary, supporting the Pre and Postproduction Build and Launch Activities. Must also be willing to do the same at the Customers location if requested. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Verbal and Written Communication (must): Developing / Experienced ability to participate / lead cross department functional discussions on key events and core job deliverables. Direct Customer / Supplier Experience: Limited / Developing primarily with Component Suppliers managing pre-production build orders and inventories. New Product Launch Experience: Limited / Developing Gated Launch Experience: Limited / Developing Automotive OEM Experience: Limited / Developing Core Skill Requirements: Supports and understands the (eBOM and mBOM) Bill of Material Release (Product Engineer (PE) – release responsibility) and tracking for Pre-Production Customer and internal Testing / Trial events. Supports the Supplier Purchasing Department (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and facilitates the Component Ordering of requirements for pre-production build events. Supports and manages the component material requirement date (MRD) tracking (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and provides direct contact with the Supplier, if necessary, to confirm plan to schedule and change to plan / scope events. Manages the receival of components, proper storage and revision control within the Engineering Crib or other designated areas / Integrators build locations. Monitors Scrap and Rework counts during all events. Supports and gains understanding of varied equipment, process and product characteristics and is willing and able to provide team input on observations and ideas to improve operation conditions and or problem resolution. Develop, communicate and coordinate advanced planning for upcoming builds “well in advance” of the event with all effected supporting departments (ie. Mfg., Quality, Packaging, Materials, Shipping. Etc.) Supports the build event plan and execution for tooling / equipment trials and Customer Deliverables at the PM’s direction. Customer Packaging Requirements - Supports the packaging and shipping of required Customer deliverables in the proper approved format (Packaging Eng. – design / procurement / release responsibility). Also confirms proper interior and exterior labeling requirements and execution. Supports the PEs in building required assemblies for DV and PV testing events. Supports the creation of and or tracking of required manufacturing cell paperwork and documentation requirements to support varied build events, in conjunction with the PE, Industrial Eng., Mfg. Eng. and Mfg. Quality Eng. Supports and facilitates the organization and material prep for all internal and external build events: SAT/ FAT at integrator, Burst Builds, Customer R@R. Has the ability to manage multiple launching programs at one time, varied products and potentially multiple Program Managers and Customer’s. Proven ability to Communicate in a professional manor amongst peers and varied levels of Department Leaders. Supports the Materials Department in managing and transferring the Engineering build components and assemblies into the production tracking an ERP systems. Coordinate and execute the overall transfer of PLC specific responsibilities from the Pre-Production to Production. Works within the Quality Systems to assure “Safe Launch” (Customer Launch Quality Eng. – ultimate responsibility) and any additional Customer requirements are met prior to shipping. Under