PROGRAM LAUNCH ENGINEER

Job Description: Site Launch Engineer Company: OPmobility (Plastic Omnium) Experience: 4–6 Years Location: [Insert Location] Function: Industrial / Manufacturing / Program Launch

Role Overview The Site Launch Engineer is responsible for ensuring the successful industrialization and launch of new programs within the plant. This role acts as a key interface between program management, engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant project launches.

Key Responsibilities 1. Program Launch Management Lead site-level activities for new product launches from SOP (Start of Production) readiness through ramp-up.Ensure adherence to OPmobility launch standards, milestones, and reporting systems.Coordinate cross-functional teams (production, quality, logistics, maintenance) for effective launch execution

. 2. Industrialization & Process Readiness Support industrialization of new products and processes within the plant.Validate production processes, cycle times, and line layouts.Ensure manufacturing feasibility and readiness aligned with program timelines

. 3. Project Coordination Act as the primary interface between central program teams and plant operations.Track project deliverables, risks, and mitigation plans.Organize and lead internal launch reviews and readiness meetings

. 4. Quality & Compliance Ensure all quality requirements (PPAP, APQP, control plans, PFMEA) are met before SOP.Support production trial runs, pilot builds, and validation phases.Track launch quality KPIs (scrap rate, defects, rework) and implement corrective actions

. 5. Production Ramp-Up Monitor ramp-up performance against production targets and customer demand.Drive continuous improvement actions to achieve stable production.Ensure adherence to safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) objectives.

6. Risk Management Identify launch risks and develop mitigation plans proactively.Manage escalations and ensure quick resolution of plant-level issues.

Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline

. Experience 4–6 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or program launch.Experience in automotive or Tier-1 supplier environment preferred

. Skills & Competencies Technical Skills Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans.Understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, painting, etc. preferred).Experience in industrial project management and process validation

. Behavioral Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management.Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.High level of accountability and ownership.

Tools & Systems Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).Knowledge of project management tools is an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) On-time launch deliverySOP readiness complianceRamp-up performance (volume, efficiency)Quality performance during launch phaseCost adherence vs. project budget

Preferred Experience (Added Advantage) Experience in greenfield/brownfield plant launchesExposure to Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma conceptsExperience working with global OEMs

Badhalwadi, IN