Quality Launch Coordinator

Job Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

About the Role

We are seeking a Quality Launch Coordinator ( QLC) to play a critical role in ensuring flawless execution of our manufacturing quality systems during vehicle launches. This position supports workstation readiness, training, and process validation while driving resolution of issues impacting plant and external metrics. The QLC will oversee the end-of-process flow of vehicles through the Quality Launch Plan, ensuring that every product meets our highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Launch Planning & Execution

• Establish, execute, and track the Manufacturing Quality Launch Plan.
• Support and deliver all Launch Process Deliverables.
• Supervise the hourly Quality Core Team.
• Quality Standards
  • Implement GM Built-in-Quality principles across assembly and manufacturing processes.
  • Develop standardized work for all quality functions.
  • Establish and reference Product Quality Standards in production and quality processes.

Process & Product Validation

• Participate in PFMEA development and RPN reduction.
• Validate manufacturing and quality processes (Dynamic Vehicle Test, Wheel Alignment, Water Leak Testing, Squeak & Rattle, Color Harmony, Wiring/Hose Assessment).
• Ensure export requirements are met.
• Execute readiness and change control for quality and production stations.

In-Process Control & Verification

• Develop and implement Process Control Plans.
• Correlate dimensional plans/gage readiness with quality data (GCA, QAP, water test).
• Validate error-proofing implementation and verification stations.
• Conduct capability studies of KPCs and PQCs.
• Implement Launch Assurance processes (Global Customer Audit, Drive Audit, Batch & Hold).
• Feedback & Continuous Improvement
  • Update Build-By-Objective (BBO) quality templates.
  • Define data collection and reporting requirements.
  • Drive problem solving and fast response during early builds.
  • Facilitate global communication between plants building the same product.

Quality System Management

• Staff and train hourly launch team members.
• Define manpower requirements.
• Support Manufacturing Quality Readiness Reviews (MQRRs).

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing
• Plant floor experience in a lean environment. 
• Prior leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of Quality principles.
• Hands-on experience with PFMEA, process validation, and error-proofing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced launch environment

What Gives You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (preferred).

 Why Join Us?

As a Quality Launch Coordinator, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring our vehicles meet world-class standards. You’ll collaborate with plant teams, drive continuous improvement, and directly impact customer satisfaction. This is a high-visibility role with opportunities for growth within our global manufacturing organization

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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