Serialization Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
Essential Functions of Job:
Supervisory Capacity: No Supervisory Responsibilities
• Build Planning: Coordinate the scheduling of prototype restraint system installations for engineering test components.
• Inventory Control: Track incoming prototype parts from multiple sources to ensure part traceability.
• Quality Inspection: Verify that received prototype components match Engineering Specification (ES) drawings and CAD data.
• Traceability Management: Maintain rigorous serialization logs for all pyrotechnic and safety-critical components.
• Issue Resolution: Identify design-level build issues on the shop floor and initiate engineering part review meetings
• Documentation: Create and/or support development of detailed rework instructions, build books, and torque-verification checklists.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce hazardous material handling protocols for live prototype airbag modules.
Additional Responsibilities:
(List other duties performed by position)
• Develop work instructions and Process Sign-Off. Conduct prototype readiness reviews and publish build plan performance report.
• Utilize systematic planning to drive actions and accountability to required tasks and deliverables to the predetermined program timeline. Report status to launch team through build plan performance Reports.
• Drive / coordinate the schedule for preproduction builds. Document open issues, actions, owners and dates. Align with Program Manager and follow through on all open issues. Drive open issues to closure to accommodate successful builds and deliveries to customers.
• Other duties as assigned.
Essential Common Requirements for all Employees:
• Quality System: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Quality requirements.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
• Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
• Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements.
• Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Employee must have the ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.
• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignment (plant, corporate office, or remote).
ECM Level: All Employee
Specific Requirements
Required Education Level
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
Required Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge)
• Experience: 3+ years in automotive prototype build environments or restraint systems validation.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD viewing tools (CATIA, NX) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (Teamcenter).
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with FMVSS/ECE safety standards and pyrotechnic handling regulations.
• Soft Skills: Strong cross-functional communication skills to interface between design engineers and shop technicians.
Preferred Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge)
• Preferred experience with materials and logistics (I.e., ERP, QAD).
• General understanding of timelines, timeline software.
• Experience with laboratory data acquisition setups for crash test instrumentation.
• Certified in hazardous materials handling (DOT / IATA) for pyrotechnic devices.
Physical Ability Requirements Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Frequently
Movement (Walking): Constantly
Carry Weight (Lifting up to 40 lbs): Frequently
Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Constantly
Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Frequently
Language Required and Preferred Required: English (Fluency with Reading, Writing, Speaking)
Preferred: None
Work Environment May visit manufacturing plants and must follow all rules while visiting locations.
Work is indoor in a prototype manufacturing setting that may not be temperature controlled.
Office Environment
Works closely with others, perhaps within a foot of another person
EHS and Quality Requirements
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Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Requirements
☐ People Leaders/Managers and above and EHS Professionals must be certified on EHS Management Systems (e.g. EMS, OHSMS)
☐ EHS Professionals, YFIMS (EHS Principle) Auditors must be designated and certified as an EHS Internal Auditor
☐ Designated EHS Critical Roles must be certified (such as Plant Manager, EHS Professional, Operations Manager, Equipment / Maintenance / Facility Manager, Logistics Manager, Team Leader / Supervisor, Others)
☐ Technicians/Operators of High Risk Equipment must be certified before operating (forklift, overhead crane, etc)
☐ Technicians/Operators of High Risk Activity (Electrician, Welding, etc.) must be certified to meet specific EHS Qualifications including legal requirements
Quality Management System (e.g. IATF16949) Requirements
☐ People Leaders/Managers and above, Quality Professionals and Quality personnel (eg. AME, ME, PE etc.).
☐ All Internal Auditors* (Including Quality System Auditor*, Process Auditor* and Product Auditors*)
☒ All product critical characteristic knowledge and legal requirements for product apply to Product Safety Personnel (e.g. Safety Parts Engineer, Operator, Inspector, etc.)
☐ Color/Appearance Evaluation - Apply to Color Evaluation personnel (e.g. Appearance Engineer, Operator, Inspector, etc.)
☒ Product Safety - Apply to the person who requires product safety knowledge (e.g. Safety Parts Engineer, Buyer, Operator, Inspector, Advanced Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, etc.)
* Detail requirements are defined in Quality-Internal Audit Process
Disclaimer This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
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Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.
In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng's history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.
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Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!