Job Description
This role is responsible for supporting the delivery, integration, and optimization of laser joining systems within a body shop and manufacturing environment. The position works closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure equipment, processes, and programs meet quality, performance, and timing requirements across North America.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure line integrators and laser joining equipment suppliers deliver systems that meet company laser joining equipment specifications across the North America region
Participate in throughput analysis and process optimization activities
Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, material suppliers, equipment suppliers, and system integrators
Support teams in meeting vehicle program timelines while maintaining quality requirements
Manage and maintain tracking documents to support program timing and deliverables
Support problem resolution between Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Plant Manufacturing Operations
Ensure product and equipment conformance to design requirements
Provide onsite support during program execution and launch phases
Provide feedback and status updates to VPE/WPE leadership
Support the integration, startup, and debugging of laser joining equipment on the plant floor
Coordinate business process improvement and re-engineering initiatives
Report system status and performance at operating units as required
Optimize laser joining systems to improve productivity, cost efficiency, and quality
Work with engineers, skilled trades, and management to execute cross-functional projects, including cost and timing estimates
Support plant product program launches
Maintain a deep understanding of body shop laser joining technologies and applications
Implement and support standardized laser joining and inspection systems
Develop, maintain, and support common laser joining technology standards
Provide technical direction to suppliers and internal plant teams
Conduct laser joining weld equipment buyoffs
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering discipline with a minimum of 2 years of laser joining–related experience, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent industry experience
Experience supporting body shop launches and working in a plant or manufacturing environment
Knowledge of safe operating procedures within a manufacturing environment
Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical issues
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Demonstrated people leadership skills
Project management experience
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.