Project Manager

Jiangmen Permanent RMB250,000 - RMB350,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage automotive injection-molded component programs from concept through to mass production. This is a cross-functional role requiring close work with customers, engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Stable platform
  • Good culture

About Our Client

A well-established international manufacturer.

Job Description

Project Ownership

  • Manage the full lifecycle of automotive plastic component projects from RFQ to SOP
  • Drive APQP activities and ensure timely and compliant PPAP submissions
  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and aligned with customer quality expectations
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks such as tooling delays and design changes



Customer & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the main interface with customers on technical topics and project progress
  • Manage change requests and ensure clear communication throughout development
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (tooling, production, quality) to achieve key milestones



Technical & Quality Oversight

  • Oversee development processes including material selection, tooling, and validation
  • Help resolution of molding issues, dimensional deviations, and tolerance issues
  • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and relevant automotive standards (e.g. VDA 6.3)



Cost & Delivery Control

  • Manage project budgets and optimize tooling and material costs
  • Production ramp-up and continuous improvement in capacity

The Successful Applicant

Background & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of project management experience in automotive components
  • Proven track record of delivering projects into mass production



Technical Management

  • Solid knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and MSA
  • Good knowledge of automotive injection molding processes



Skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities across functions
  • Capable of handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Fluent in both English and Chinese, able to work directly with global customers



Preferred

  • PMP certification
  • Experience working with Bosch or similar Tier 1 customers
  • Familiarity with automotive injection-molded parts requirements

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work with international automotive customers
  • End-to-end ownership of high-impact projects
  • Fast-growing manufacturer in South China
Contact
Lily Wen
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7023976
Phone number
+8675536350520

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Engineering Design, R&D and NPI
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Jiangmen
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lily Wen
Consultant phone
+8675536350520
Job Reference
JN-052026-7023976

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