PpWe are looking for a BIW Shop Launch Manager to lead the preparation, execution, and stabilization of the Body Shop (BIW) during new vehicle launches and industrial changes, ensuring full product process readiness, program delivery on time and within budget, and a smooth transition to serial production. /p pThe role guarantees manufacturability and producibility of the product, in line with Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Ergonomics targets, leveraging SPW principles and standards. /p h3Requirements /h3 ul liDegree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or equivalent experience) /li liStrong experience in Manufacturing – Body Shop / Welding (BIW) /li liProven track record in: /li liVehicle launches and industrial ramp-ups /li liBody Shop equipment and process integration /li liManaging cross-functional industrial teams /li liExperience in project management within manufacturing environments /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liDeep knowledge of Body Shop processes: /li liWelding technologies (spot welding, laser, MIG/MAG, etc.) /li liBody assembly processes and geometry control /li liFixtures, robots, and automation systems /li liExperience with: /li liIndustrialization and process validation /li liKPI management (quality, OPR, cost, timing) /li liDefect detection, containment, and resolution during launch /li liUnderstanding of: /li liTransformation cost structure (DST, DSTR, capex, energy) /li liDesign-to-Manufacturing convergence /li liFamiliarity with SPW methodology and launch governance /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liStrong leadership managing both white-collar and blue-collar teams /li liExcellent project management and coordination skills /li liAbility to drive launch activities under timing and cost constraints /li liStrong problem-solving mindset in complex, high-pressure environments /li liEffective stakeholder management across plant, engineering, and program teams /li /ul h3Scope Impact /h3 ul liLead overall plant launch activities for Welding Shop, coordinating production, maintenance, quality, and engineering /li liRepresent the plant within Manufacturing / Platform teams /li liEnsure plant readiness (X0, slow build, ramp-up) and manage defect detection and resolution /li liDrive quality convergence and performance targets (OPR, DST, workstations, investments) /li liManage Process Project Leaders and ensure KPI deployment /li liGuarantee alignment between product design and manufacturing feasibility /li /ul pWe welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr