PPM Engineer
$80,000–$90,000 year
On-siteRidgeville, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Track key performance indicators, lead structured problem solving, and implement corrective actions to support continuous improvement. Document processes and work instructions, representing PPM in cross-functional forums to align shop activities with project needs. Convert Master Production Schedules into planned orders within the plant MRP system and manage the customer order book to support demand alignment. Prepare and publish production schedules for weld, paint, and final assembly shops while monitoring body flow to secure perfect sequence production. Facilitate crisis management meetings during downtime or quality issues and report pre-series build status to drive on-time delivery. This role requires a Bachelor's degree with 1–2 years of experience in automotive production planning. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Salary range is $80,000 to $90,000.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience
- Experience, preferably within automotive production planning, supply chain, or logistics
- Knowledge of the automotive industry and manufacturing environment
- Understanding of material planning systems and related production planning processes
- Knowledge of PPM (pre-production management) processes
- Strong project management and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities
- Strong, structured problem-solving skills
- Ability to analyze issues and drive practical solutions
- Strong interest in IT systems, process development, and continuous improvement
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (including VBA)
- Proficiency in SQL
- Proficiency in Power BI
- Detail-oriented and results-driven mindset
- Ability to work and learn independently within a defined framework and flexible environment
- Ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment
- Demonstrates integrity and upholds the highest ethical standards in all duties and responsibilities
- Flexibility and adaptability when faced with changing conditions
- Actively listens to others and respects different perspectives
- Strong customer focus and service mindset
- Ability to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships
- Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or engineering
- Experience with additional programming languages such as Python
- Strong interest in IT systems, process development, and continuous improvement
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