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Battery Build Coordinator #988288
Job Description:
Function: To organize, schedule and manage the build of prototype battery pack assemblies for B Sample design verification (DV) testing and Mule level vehicle builds to support product launches for Company.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Bill of Materials (BOM) management. Release BOM into Company BOM management system.
Manage receipt of full bill of material for battery pack assemblies.
Establish prototype assembly process sheets (build book).
In advance of the planned build, run shortage reports to ensure that all material is available for the planned build and address any missing parts, parts with incorrect change levels etc. prior to the planned build to ensure that the build is completed on schedule.
Coordinate build schedule to meet customer needs (Testing & Vehicle Builds / Others).
Lead / support actual battery builds and rework operations in Company Pilot Plant.
Log all build issues and chair meetings to drive team to resolution. Escalate as required.
Manage shipping of completed packs per Customer requirements.
Maintain build records of each pack in Company systems.

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in a related area with an Engineering degree preferred (preferably Mechanical or Electrical, or 5 years related build coordination experience).
Motivated, self-driven personality
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
Ability to interface with personnel at all levels in the company, from VP’s to assembly line personnel
Understanding of automotive battery designs.
Knowledge of electronic bill of material systems, and CAD systems, preferably TeamCenter.
Able to work with Strategic Bargaining Unit Battery Build Technicians and other unionized departments.
Knowledge of fasteners and torque.
Able to manage multiple projects concurrently
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite /365 (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Project, Teams etc).
Valid driver’s license and own transportation

Preferred Requirements:

Masters Degree in a related area with an Engineering degree preferred, preferably Mechanical or Electrical, or 10 years related build coordination experience
Previous experience managing prototype build operations in the automotive industry.
Understanding of battery electronics, troubleshooting, safety training, etc.
Experience with building and utilizing our PDS system (EBIDS, BBIDS etc)
Knowledge of the various tools used to collect battery data.

Additional Information:

Place of work: This role requires the build coordinator to be on site at the Pilot Plant Battery Build Center, in Auburn Hills, Michigan. A desk will be provided both in the office area and at the Pilot Plant battery build area. Occasional travel to other local locations may be required.
This position reports to the Manager, Engine and Battery Build, Testing and Validation. The selected Build Coordinator will regularly interface with key personnel on the vehicle program they are working on, including Chief Engineers, Family Managers, Program Managers, and others.

Additional Must Haves:

Excellent Organizational skills
Excellent Communication skills
Ability to be on site at CTC 5 days a week, beginning at 7 AM
Self motivated, thrives in a fast paced environment
Years of experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience
Location: Chrysler Technology Center Pilot Plant Battery Build Center, in Auburn Hills, Michigan - Address is 850 Chrysler Dr, Auburn Hills MI 48331 (CTC Headquarters building)
100% onsite at CTC
No driving our vehicle required
Amount of travel: Very occasional, probably less than once per quarter. Visit may be required to local testing facilities or local warehouse in greater Detroit area, including possibly Auburn Hills and Warren.

Additional Info: At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:

Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
Vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
Long Term Disability (100% paid)
Life Insurance (100% paid)
401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
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