Product Launch Engineer

Means Industries•Geneva, IL

5d•$84,029 - $144,050

About The Position

The Product Launch Engineer leads the development of manufacturing processes for new products, aiming to balance cost and quality. The role includes costing potential new products and overseeing process engineering, industrial engineering, production standard costs, tooling procurement, and potential new equipment installations as part of APQP. The position is also responsible for product transfers to the Geneva PM facility.

Requirements

Strong understanding of AIAG Core Tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with all levels of associates.
Strong leadership skills to facilitate, support, and implement organizational change.
High personal accountability and team collaboration skills.
Organized and efficient, with extensive multitasking and project management abilities.
Demonstrated success in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment and the ability to change priorities to address urgent business needs.

Nice To Haves

Advanced GD&T knowledge and its application.

Responsibilities

Lead the APQP team in developing new part opportunities and major engineering changes, from concept through a capable production process.
Manage the sampling process, including processing and inspecting samples and prototypes to meet customer requirements and due dates, coordinating with Scheduling, Manufacturing, and Quality as appropriate.
Develop and maintain production routings, process documents, work center standards, manufacturing setups, and work instructions for new parts and customer changes.
Support the commercial team in developing new job opportunities, including discussions with customer engineering about manufacturability and functionality.
Execute program timelines within budget constraints for new tooling and machinery.
Oversee product transfers to the Geneva PM facility.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental and vision insurance.
Prescription drug benefits.
Wellness reimbursement.
Telehealth.
Onsite health screenings.
Mental health resources.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, and legal guidance.
Competitive salaries.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
Annual bonus opportunity.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company contribution.
Life and disability insurance.
Paid time off.
Parental leave.
14 annual company-paid holidays.
Training programs.
Education expense reimbursement.
Career advancement opportunities.
Pet insurance and discount program.
Legal insurance.
Employee discounts.
Recognition and rewards.
Community involvement.
Workplace giving matching gift program.