Launch Operations Group Leader (level 6) (Temporary)

Job Description

Location: Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico
Work Arrangement: 100% On-site
Schedule: 4x3 rotating schedule, 12-hour shifts
Duration: 12-Month Temporary Assignment

About the Role:

Launch Operations Engineer to support the successful implementation and launch of new products, manufacturing processes, and production equipment. This role will actively participate in equipment validation, process start-up, pilot builds, and launch activities while working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure a smooth and successful launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the launch of new products, manufacturing processes, and production equipment.
• Coordinate and track activities related to the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Participate in the validation, commissioning, and release of new equipment and machinery.
• Support pilot builds, production trials, and start-up activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and production requirements are met during launch phases.
• Identify, document, and follow up on risks, findings, and action plans.
• Monitor early production performance and support corrective actions to ensure process stability.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing, quality, and continuous improvement standards.
• Assist in problem-solving activities related to equipment, processes, and product launches.
• Support readiness reviews and launch milestones to ensure successful program execution.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting product, process, or equipment launch activities is preferred.
• Experience with equipment validation and manufacturing process implementation.

Technical Knowledge:

• Knowledge of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
• Experience with validation and commissioning of new equipment, machinery, or manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of pilot builds and production launch activities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and quality documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google enviroment applications.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and manufacturing processes is a plus.

Language Requirements:

• Intermediate English proficiency preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication skills.
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
• Planning and execution.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Results-oriented mindset.
• Proactive approach and sense of urgency.



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This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.



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