LIST OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND POSITION DUTIES:

Provide manufacturing engineering leadership throughout a new model development program beginning at <FDJ> through <OKTB> + 45 days Evaluate manufacturing feasibility using CAD tools to evaluate joint design, flange lengths, weld gun access, design gaps and clearances, etc. Lead assembly tooling strategies, bid package, procurement, supplier management, design and build, installation and prove out at the assembly site. Provide mechanical equipment direction for safety, maintenance and production consideration. Provide process and mechanical design direction and follow up. Lead Bodyshop tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the body site. In addition, support tooling buy-off @ vendor facility. Perform tool buy-off and debug of tools to support maintenance and production. Implementation of new/modified tooling and facilities based on product and process changes. Interface with cross-functional (PD, STA, MP&L, NMP, etc.) activities Write/modify/maintain process sheets as required post <FDJ> Prepare and lead management presentations from post-<FDJ> through <OKTB> Identify and drive resolution of manufacturing related issues (i.e., AIMS/VIMS) Lead issue resolution and reporting for Body - related quality issues Drive quality, cost, and labor improvements Support new model launches on site at assembly plants (Canada, Mexico, US) as required for extended periods of time. Support the plant operations where required as long as primary responsibilities allow to.