Description

This specialist will act as the project manager and functional expert responsible for leading the cross functional

team (CFT) for pre-series/series production and reporting to management as the key point of contact for

the functional area. He/she will be required to delegate tasks to cross functional team members, effectively and

clearly communicate project status, manage project risk and monitor the change readiness of the projects.

These cross functional teams consists of members from Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Planning, and

Purchasing. Lead problem resolution activities by coordinating the technical analysis of the product or process,

taking in to account functional requirements, quality, cost and safety/ergo. Tracking of the pre-series/series

build processes in order to analyze production readiness, establish countermeasures, and assign responsibility.

Ensure a smooth transition from analysis to implementation by leading cross functional teams to solve issues

and implement countermeasures on-time. Set direction and standards for the product and/or process to reduce

cost and/or complexity

Ability to lead cross functional organizations and present solutions to upper management

• Technical analysis of engineering changes in preparation for new Projects and Model Changes

• Tracking of pre-series/series issues escalated through the problem resolution process

• Lead root cause analysis of problems

• Prioritizing problems within functional area

• Lead/Coordination of proposals for product/process solutions through development of Business Cases

• Lead cross departmental analysis of pre-series/series processes and improvement of these processes using

technical references and with the use of diagnostic tools and/or CAD software

• Development of proposals for solution of product, quality, and process-related problems in case of

prototyping, including the implementation of short/long term countermeasures, and delegating / assigning to

responsible departments within CFT

• Analyzing of work processes, evaluation and displaying of improvement measures of the manufacturing

quality, cost, ergonomics, environmental sustainability, and operating safety

• Preparation and arrangement of workshops for special topics

• Agreement on proposal for solutions with affected department(s) for implementation

• Responsible for development and sharing lessons learned

• Consideration of environmental, operational safety and ergonomics

• Coordination of engineering changes to ensure smooth implementation

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to ensure success as well as continuous improvement of

the functional area

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Advance Degree

• Leadership Experience

• Project Management Professional

• High Technical Knowledge

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.