Sr. Project Specialist

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

The Sr. Project Specialist is responsible for implementation of MCE Launch Standards for new model launches during the entire launch process. The position will interact with Corporate Planning, Production Management, Vehicle Process Engineering, and Product Engineering Leadership on all matters relating to Project Launch activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 8 years of Automotive experience
At least three years of program management experience
Excellent communication and computer skills
Excellent problem solving/analytical skills
Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work as part of a team and interface with all levels of management and labor
Highly motivated self-starter and change agent

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Master’s Degree
Working Knowledge of MEDDs, PentaSap, PFS, WPI, FIS, Manufacturing Portal, and MCE Global Portal

Responsibilities

Lead a cross-functional team to successfully Launch a New Vehicle on time within budget
Create & Track to Resource Plans / WBS / Master Plan
Establish Project Funding & Track Status to Budget
Lead Steering Committee & Escalate Issues Accordingly
Develop Pilot Schedules. Track Plan vs Actual with Daily Pilot Meetings and Reports
Manage Global KPI / KAIs & GVD & Escalate Risks
IH Review Preparation / Execution
Coordinate and lead workshops to resolve major issues
Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and escalate priority concerns
Work closely with Team leads, Quality, and Engineering to ensure objectives are met at the station and plant levels.
Build relationships with Engineering and Manufacturing to comprehend the new product requirements and sequence of build.
Develop and improve work methods.
Work with functional managers and operation managers to improve productivity, quality, and output.
Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) especially for Launch Domain (LD).
Support WPI work place integration