Launch Manager

The Launch Manager is responsible for ensuring manufacturing plants are fully prepared for the successful launch of new products major program milestones and strategic operational initiatives. This role leads plant launch readiness through the Plant Launch Glide Path System coordinating cross-functional teams removing barriers managing launch risks and ensuring launch objectives related to quality timing and operational performance are achieved.

• Lead plant launch activities for new products and strategic business initiatives.
• Ensure all launch milestones and system requirements are completed according to the Plant Launch Glide Path System.
• Coordinate plant launch teams to ensure systems equipment resources and processes are ready to support production startup.
• Ensure manufacturing engineering and quality standards are applied throughout all launch phases.

• Serve as the primary interface with Program Management to ensure launch deliverables are properly completed and transferred to plant operations.
• Coordinate activities across Manufacturing Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Plant Leadership teams.
• Ensure the organization has the necessary support structure and resources to achieve launch objectives.
• Remove barriers and escalate critical issues that could impact launch success.

• Maintain ownership of the Launch Management System and ensure teams remain focused on launch objectives.
• Provide accurate and timely launch status updates to Plant Management Regional Launch Leadership and Executive Operations teams.
• Track launch metrics and ensure progress against established timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate multiple launch programs simultaneously while maintaining execution excellence.

• Lead Red Alert escalation processes when quality targets launch timing or critical milestones are at risk.
• Drive issue resolution using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Support teams in identifying risks implementing corrective actions and protecting launch schedules.
• Make critical decisions under pressure during startup and production launch phases.

• Ensure compliance with Quality Environmental Health and Safety systems and procedures.
• Promote standardization operational excellence and continuous improvement throughout launch activities.

• Launch objectives are achieved according to quality timing and operational performance targets.
• Plants are fully prepared to support new product introductions and production ramp-ups.
• Launch risks are proactively identified escalated and mitigated.
• Cross-functional teams execute launch activities on schedule with strong accountability.
• Accurate launch status reporting enables timely decision-making by site and regional leadership.
• Multiple launch programs are managed successfully without compromising quality or delivery expectations.

• Program & Project Management
• Manufacturing Launch Management
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Risk Management
• Structured Problem Solving
• Six Sigma Methodologies
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Planning
• Analytical Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Communication & Influence
• Team Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Agility
• Customer Focus
• Proactive Decision Making

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.

• Experience in Manufacturing and Engineering environments.
• Background in expansion projects industrial engineering manufacturing processes launch activities or project management.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in manufacturing operations.

• Project and Program Management.
• Manufacturing Launch Processes.
• Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Six Sigma Kepner-Tregoe or other structured problem-solving tools.

• English proficiency: Advanced (80% or higher).

• Opportunity to lead strategic product launches that directly impact business growth and customer success.
• Exposure to regional leadership and high-visibility manufacturing initiatives.
• A collaborative environment focused on operational excellence innovation and continuous improvement.
• Professional development opportunities through cross-functional leadership and complex program management experiences.