Vehicle Build & Production-Oriented Design (POD) Coordinator
Spectraforce
Portland, Oregon
2 hours ago
Job Description
Vehicle Build & Production-Oriented Design (POD) Coordinator
Duration: 12 months
Hybrid role – 4 days onsite 1 day work from home
Work Location: Portland, OR 97217
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pacific
1. Purpose
Manufacturing Development Center (MDC) requires a staff augmentation resource to support vehicle build coordination and Production-Oriented Design (POD) activities for active Mosaic PAR programs (47V, 47F, and related platforms). The resource will work on-site under Client direction as an embedded member of the MDC team.
2. Background
MDC is responsible for driving manufacturing readiness by shifting design validation earlier in the development process. MDC leads Production-Oriented Design (POD) workshops during B-sample and C-sample phases of PAR programs, bringing together Design Engineering, Plant Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Program Management to resolve manufacturability issues before production launch.
MDC supports 9+ active PAR programs through 2032. The 47V (Western Star X-Series) and 47F (Blue Thunder M2/SD) programs are the primary focus for 2026–2027 as part of the broader Project Mosaic initiative.
3. Scope of Work
The resource shall support MDC in the following areas under Task Manager direction:
Vehicle Build Coordination (47V, 47F, and additional programs as assigned)
Maintain vehicle build timelines and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders
Track parts, BOM, and Spec status including CWO tracking; produce weekly status reports on missing or at-risk parts
Coordinate POD workshops: scheduling, participant confirmation, material preparation, and post-workshop documentation
Log and track shopcalls and build issues; maintain status updates and follow escalation paths
Support build readiness reviews and Go/Go-Later decision gates
Digital and Physical POD Coordination
Own coordination of Physical POD sessions: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
Facilitate Physical POD Workshops including Setup, Introductions, Tech Role Assignments, Issue Documentation and Review, Audio/Video and Recordings Management
• Support the connection between digital findings and physical build planning
• Support coordination of Digital POD sessions with DTICI: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
• Track and distribute outputs from POD reviews
• Maintain issue logs from validation activities and ensure ownership is assigned and tracked
General Coordination Support
• POD facilitation and documentation for shop calls, program reviews, and planning sessions
• Weekly consolidated report covering risks, open shopcalls, and action items
• Dashboard data upkeep and maintenance (Power BI inputs, visual management displays)
4. Furnished Resources
• On-site workspace and facility badge at Corp 17
• Access to IT systems (Microsoft Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, network drives)
• Access to engineering systems as needed (Teamcenter for BOM reference, view-only)
• Existing process documentation and templates
• Introductions to cross-functional stakeholders
Required:
• Minimum 3 years of planning and coordination experience in a technical environment
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple work streams and competing priorities
• Confident presenting to and facilitating large groups (30–80+ participants) including technicians, engineers, managers, and senior leadership — must be comfortable commanding a room and keeping discussions on track
• Professional demeanor with the ability to hold participants accountable, redirect conversations, and manage difficult personalities without escalating tension
• Personable and approachable; able to build rapport quickly across functions and levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Sharepoint)
Preferred:
• Manufacturing, automotive, or heavy vehicle industry background
• Experience with product development processes (sample builds, design reviews, milestone gates)
• Familiarity with BOM management or parts tracking
• Power BI or data visualization experience
• Jira or similar Project Management tool (Kanban, Scrum, DevOps) experience
• Experience in a preseries or prototype build environment
7. Work Management and Oversight
• Task Manager: Manager – MDC — responsible for task prioritization, daily direction, and performance oversight
• Work assignments may originate from multiple MDC team members; the Task Manager retains authority over prioritization
• Weekly status meetings (minimum)
• Monthly progress review
8. Performance Expectations
The resource is expected to operate as an embedded team member under Client direction. Performance is assessed on responsiveness, reliability, communication quality, and ability to work independently within the defined scope.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.This position's pay range is $42.00/hr - $45.45/hr.
Duration: 12 months
Hybrid role – 4 days onsite 1 day work from home
Work Location: Portland, OR 97217
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pacific
1. Purpose
Manufacturing Development Center (MDC) requires a staff augmentation resource to support vehicle build coordination and Production-Oriented Design (POD) activities for active Mosaic PAR programs (47V, 47F, and related platforms). The resource will work on-site under Client direction as an embedded member of the MDC team.
2. Background
MDC is responsible for driving manufacturing readiness by shifting design validation earlier in the development process. MDC leads Production-Oriented Design (POD) workshops during B-sample and C-sample phases of PAR programs, bringing together Design Engineering, Plant Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Program Management to resolve manufacturability issues before production launch.
MDC supports 9+ active PAR programs through 2032. The 47V (Western Star X-Series) and 47F (Blue Thunder M2/SD) programs are the primary focus for 2026–2027 as part of the broader Project Mosaic initiative.
3. Scope of Work
The resource shall support MDC in the following areas under Task Manager direction:
Vehicle Build Coordination (47V, 47F, and additional programs as assigned)
Maintain vehicle build timelines and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders
Track parts, BOM, and Spec status including CWO tracking; produce weekly status reports on missing or at-risk parts
Coordinate POD workshops: scheduling, participant confirmation, material preparation, and post-workshop documentation
Log and track shopcalls and build issues; maintain status updates and follow escalation paths
Support build readiness reviews and Go/Go-Later decision gates
Digital and Physical POD Coordination
Own coordination of Physical POD sessions: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
Facilitate Physical POD Workshops including Setup, Introductions, Tech Role Assignments, Issue Documentation and Review, Audio/Video and Recordings Management
• Support the connection between digital findings and physical build planning
• Support coordination of Digital POD sessions with DTICI: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
• Track and distribute outputs from POD reviews
• Maintain issue logs from validation activities and ensure ownership is assigned and tracked
General Coordination Support
• POD facilitation and documentation for shop calls, program reviews, and planning sessions
• Weekly consolidated report covering risks, open shopcalls, and action items
• Dashboard data upkeep and maintenance (Power BI inputs, visual management displays)
4. Furnished Resources
• On-site workspace and facility badge at Corp 17
• Access to IT systems (Microsoft Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, network drives)
• Access to engineering systems as needed (Teamcenter for BOM reference, view-only)
• Existing process documentation and templates
• Introductions to cross-functional stakeholders
Required:
• Minimum 3 years of planning and coordination experience in a technical environment
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple work streams and competing priorities
• Confident presenting to and facilitating large groups (30–80+ participants) including technicians, engineers, managers, and senior leadership — must be comfortable commanding a room and keeping discussions on track
• Professional demeanor with the ability to hold participants accountable, redirect conversations, and manage difficult personalities without escalating tension
• Personable and approachable; able to build rapport quickly across functions and levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Sharepoint)
Preferred:
• Manufacturing, automotive, or heavy vehicle industry background
• Experience with product development processes (sample builds, design reviews, milestone gates)
• Familiarity with BOM management or parts tracking
• Power BI or data visualization experience
• Jira or similar Project Management tool (Kanban, Scrum, DevOps) experience
• Experience in a preseries or prototype build environment
7. Work Management and Oversight
• Task Manager: Manager – MDC — responsible for task prioritization, daily direction, and performance oversight
• Work assignments may originate from multiple MDC team members; the Task Manager retains authority over prioritization
• Weekly status meetings (minimum)
• Monthly progress review
8. Performance Expectations
The resource is expected to operate as an embedded team member under Client direction. Performance is assessed on responsiveness, reliability, communication quality, and ability to work independently within the defined scope.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.This position's pay range is $42.00/hr - $45.45/hr.