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New Model Coordinator II
RheemFort Smith, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2026
About the role
The New Model Coordinator I will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating all engineering changes and new model builds from 3P events through first production.
This position will support Rheem North America, based in Fort Smith, AR. This is an on-site position.
- Coordinate parts and process readiness for all new model builds/ECN changes
- Track part development by working with manufacturing and manufacturing engineering on make parts through PPAP approval
- Assure all parts (make & purchased) are available before build by following up on all material availability for pre-production builds with the assigned responsible core team members (Planners, Procurement managers and Production)
- Technical assistance to Group Coordinators and Line Operators during builds/ECN changes
- Track part issues during builds and maintain open issues list
- Ensure lines are ready for production units through daily ‘build readiness’ document
- Research and recommend solutions to Bill of Material Errors
- Lead build review/project improvement meetings and drive open issues to closure
- Lead ECN meeting for any design / BOM changes and assure they are executed
- Assist in troubleshooting of process issues related to builds / launch / ECN changes
- Input routings for make parts, assemblies and finished goods
- Other duties, as assigned
- Bachelors Degree in Operations, Engineering, or related field, or an Associate’s Degree in related field with 2+ years of experience in similar function, or High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 4+ years of experience in similar function.
- Understanding of a lean manufacturing environment with a record of proven accomplishments
- Understanding of Bill of Materials, New Model Activity, etc.
- Strong communicative skills (speaking, writing, & listening) with the ability to present information and respond to questions from groups, directors or top management
- Independent thought, good judgment, problem solving skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects
HOW TO STAND OUT:
- Experience in HVAC Industry
- Experience working with all levels of management
- Experience in a unionized environment
As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:
- Adapting
- Business Understanding
- Collaborating
- Communicating Effectively
- Continuously Improving
- Customer-Orientation
- Developing Self
- Focusing on Results
- Influencing
- Managing Relationships
- Managing Work
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
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At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.
Our Behavior Based Values set us apart:
- Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
- Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
- Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
- Acting with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability
Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
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