Product Launch Team Leader 🚀
Location: Birmingham
Reporting to: Engineering Manager
Hours: (Apply online only) (Mon-Thu) | (Apply online only) (Fri)
💼 Perks & Benefits:
Competitive Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Free Car Parking
Free Workwear
Discounted Gym Membership
Family Days
Subsidised Food & Drink
Holiday Schemes & Much More!
🔥 Your Mission:
As a Product Launch Team Leader, you are the powerhouse behind launching cutting-edge products from concept to production! You'll drive all manufacturing aspects from program award (Phase 1) to Start of Production (SOP) + 6 months, ensuring everything runs seamlessly. This role is perfect for an innovative leader ready to take on big challenges and make an impact.
🔧 Key Responsibilities:
✅ Oversee all manufacturing activities related to product launch.
✅ Lead plant coordination efforts to ensure smooth program implementation.
✅ Develop, validate, and implement a world-class production system.
✅ Manage equipment, tools, layout, process flow, and material logistics.
✅ Coordinate installation, reception, and commissioning of new production equipment.
✅ Drive QCDP targets (Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Performance) for new launches.
✅ Identify resource needs and coordinate team activities effectively.
✅ Analyse and optimise prototype builds to ensure flawless execution.
✅ Supervise production ramp-up and process approvals for new parts.
✅ Implement changes in production systems per Engineering Change Management.
✅ Provide clear and regular updates on progress, risks, and opportunities.
✅ Act as the key liaison between the Plant and Project teams.
✅ Uphold ethical leadership and management principles at all times.
🎯 What You Bring to the Table:
✔ Essential: A degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related field.
✔ Desirable: 3+ years of hands-on experience in product launch & manufacturing in the Automotive Sector
Why Join Us?
You'll be working at the heart of innovation, leading exciting projects that shape the future of manufacturing. If you love fast-paced environments, cutting-edge tech, and making an impact, this is the perfect role for you!
🔹 Ready to launch your career to the next level? Apply now