The Plant Program/Launch Team Member at Forvia is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing programs at the plant. The work starts from the end of the project acquisition (end of phase 1) and continues until 6 months after the SOP. Responsibilities Implements the APQP for the management of new programs in compliance with procedures. Coordinates the assigned tasks of the program and ensures their fulfillment through a schedule of activities. Manages the program’s budget (launch cost). Acts as a technical interface with customers and suppliers, in agreement with the program manager. Serves as the interface between the Program Manufacturing Leader (PML) and the plant. Leads the plant’s program team and manages resources from each area to ensure a successful launch. Reviews the operating personnel’s skills in the plant according to requirements, industrial analysis, and technical assignments during manufacturing. Coordinates the implementation of all changes related to the production system and/or product of new programs, using the engineering change procedure. Ensures compliance with internal and corporate procedures related to Process Design and Development, including the Faurecia PMS System. Ensures that manufacturing processes meet the capacity requirements required by the customer. Tracks the performance of client ratings for quality, deliverables, and projects; and maintains information on the applicable portals. Complies with IATF 16949, FES, and ISO 14001 requirements. Ensures compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) described in manuals, process maps, procedures, and work instructions, as well as customer‑specific and regulatory/legal requirements. Has the authority to stop the process or material flow if a non‑conforming condition in product quality is detected, and to notify the quality area to define containment and control of non‑conforming product with responsible areas. Follows up on the performance of client qualifications for quality, deliveries, and projects, and maintains information in the applicable applications. Production Release Analyzes, develops, validates and releases the production system of a new program in the plant, ensuring compliance with machinery, tools, layout, flow diagrams, SAP structures, process routing, material information, and lean methodologies according to group standards and program objectives. Ensures that new lines meet the plant’s production and quality standards before release into production. Coordinates the installation and launch of all equipment and tooling of the program in the plant. Is responsible for the success of PT (Trial Production), MPT (Mass Production Trial), and EMPT (Extended Mass Production Trial) races. Supports production ramp‑up (PCOS +6 months). Identifies and defines the resources needed for the implementation of new production lines, including requesting MODs according to the schedule of events. Minimum Candidate Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Final Engineering. 2‑5 years of experience coordinating automotive programs. Fluency in English. Benefits Engaging and dynamic environment focusing on sustainable mobility technologies. Opportunities for career development across a global organization with more than 157,000 employees in over 40 countries. Experience a fast‑changing environment with collaborative teams, high standards, and lifelong learning. Access to FORVIA University with extensive online and in‑person training. Multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration; initiatives for gender diversity targets and inclusion. Commitment to CO₂ Net‑Zero and sustainability initiatives, including certification under the SBTi Net‑Zero Standard. #J-18808-Ljbffr