Project Launch Industrial Manager (M/K/N)
Core
Responsible for the timely launch of new automotive projects (P1) into serial production, ensuring quality, cost, and production standards are met for both the factory and the client.
Role type
Senior Project Launch Industrial Manager
Builds
New automotive powertrain systems (starters, EGR valves, electric drives) for OEM clients
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Powertrain systems
Required skills
Project management, budget control, team leadership, production line validation, PPAP support, ramp-up management, cross-site coordination, risk analysis (PFMEA), problem solving (QRQC, 8D), APQP standards, IATF 16949 norms
Preferred skills
Knowledge of eMotor and inverter technologies, experience with matrix organization structures
Technologies
APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, QRQC, 8D, IATF 16949
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end launch of new projects to serial production, manage project teams and budgets, plan and execute performance tests (Run at Rate, FDPR), support client approval (PPAP), verify machine/investment availability, coordinate product deployment between Valeo sites and client plants, report progress to management committees, prepare lesson learn cards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC