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VAA Program Manufacturing Engineer

VAA Program Manufacturing Engineer

Branex GroupKansas City, KS, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Mission :

Work closely with the Value-Added Assembly (VAA) Supplier to ensure they have the company resources

needed to succeed, track their launch progress, achieve timely deliverables of tasks on the critical path,

and facilitate clear communication with the team. The mission of this position is to ensure VAA Supplier

achieves a flawless launch. VAA Suppliers are those who assemble and deliver the following modules just-in-time and in sequence :

Front Verticals / Corners, Front Horizontal, Rear Suspension / Axle, Headliner, Floor Console, CRFM, and Tire, and Wheel.

Job Specific Responsibilities :

  • Work closely with and take directions from the Global VAA Lead to provide ongoing guidance,

support and monitor the VAA Supplier’s progress to ensure compliance with launch

requirements and processes

  • Support the Global VAA Lead and Program Team in VAA Technical Reviews, evaluation of VAA
  • quote submissions, provide inputs to feasibility studies and business case studies Support the

    Global VAA Lead in preparing the Supplier for launch readiness audits at various phases of the

    launch process (Readiness Valve Check List audits and System Validation Build Audits)

  • Schedule meetings with the PFMEA Coordinator and actively participate in the VAA Level 3
  • PFMEA workshops

  • Work with various groups to obtain the necessary documents for the VAA Supplier (Control
  • Drawings, Master Process Documents (MPD), Plan for Every Part (PFEP))

  • On a monthly basis, prepare and present a summary of VAA Supplier’s progress to VAA 3rd Party
  • Manager, Vehicle System Execution Manager, Manufacturing Integration Manager (MIM), Plant

    Launch Manager (PLOM) and Upper-Level Management Team

  • Review and forward all ECRs that pertain to the VAA Supplier, log each ECR and document its
  • impact to the VAA

  • Work closely with the VAA Supplier to review and buyoff on sequence racks, participate in the
  • VAA Supplier’s review and approval of their plant layout, assembly processes, tooling and

    equipment

  • Work with Plant Quality Engineer in reviewing the VAA Supplier’s quality plan
  • Actively participate in the VAA Supplier’s weekly open issues review meetings and the working
  • level meetings to close out all open issues

    Required Skills, Abilities and Experiences :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent training and experience
  • Seasoned professional with 8-10 years of experience in the automotive industry with hands-on
  • experience in assembly processes, understanding of tooling and equipment, material flow,

    quality and fast paced production environment

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in Project / Program Management
  • Working knowledge of just-in-time assembly and sequencing, time studies, line balancing and
  • throughput analysis

  • Well versed in the development of PFMEA, red rabbit and possess good understanding of
  • various error proofing methodologies (vision system, part presence sensing, assembly

    sequence...)

  • Must be fluent in English and have good oral and written communication skills
  • Supportive and embrace diversity, especially organizational and cultural diversity
  • Self-starter and strong time management skills
  • High level of interpersonal and team building skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Good Presentation Skills
  • Able to work some overtime and weekends during program launches and / or during critical
  • program activities

  • Periodic travel to Assembly Plant(s) and Supplier facilities
  • Company Description

    Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

    Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

    Branex Group offers the following benefits :

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

    Company Description

    Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.\r\n\r\nBranex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.\r\n\r\n\r\nBranex Group offers the following benefits : \r\n- Medical Insurance\r\n- Dental Insurance\r\n- Vision insurance\r\n- Paid time off\r\n- 401(k)\r\n\r\n This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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