Prototype Coordinator Supervisor

Prototype Coordinator Supervisor

Position Summary: The Prototype Coordinator Supervisor is responsible for managing customer prototype orders from receipt through delivery. This role acts as a key liaison between customers, engineering, laboratory teams, and operations to ensure accurate order processing, timely production, and on-time shipment of prototype components. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced with ERP systems in a fast-paced manufacturing or development environment. This person will also supervise a team of containment technicians and an inventory control specialist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Supervisor for the Interiors Prototype Team
• Maintain group staffing levels based on new launch program team workload
• Administer performance appraisals effectively and on time
• Receive, review, and process customer purchase orders for prototype and low-volume production parts
• Respond to customer Requests for Quotation (RFQs) with accurate and timely information
• Communicate confirmed delivery dates and updates to customers regarding part requirements and order status
• Create, update, and maintain detailed order summary sheets to track project progress and requirements
• Enter, manage, and invoice customer purchase orders within the Plex ERP system
• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and part-related data within the Plex system
• Schedule and release prototype build jobs in Plex to support production timelines
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure on-time shipment of customer deliverables
• Collaborate closely with engineering and laboratory teams to support prototype development, testing, and validation activities
• Monitor order progress and proactively resolve issues that may impact delivery commitments

Work Environment:

• Automotive prototype and low-volume production environment
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting aligned with customer program milestones
• Frequent collaboration with engineering, lab/testing, and manufacturing teams
• May require schedule flexibility to support launch timing and critical program deliverables

Position Requirements - JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• 25 years of experience in automotive manufacturing, prototype coordination, production planning, or program support preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems (Plex strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with automotive processes such as APQP, PPAP, and prototype build phases (A/B/C samples) preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and changing priorities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical thinking ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Education Requirement - Associate's or Bachelor's degree or other certification based training in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

Full-Time/Part-Time - Full-Time

Shift - Days

Location - Inteva Products, LLC - Vandalia Technical Center

About the Organization - Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Interiors, Latches, Door Systems, Motors & Electronics, Overhead Systems, and Hard Trim. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs 12,000 people in over 35 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA.

Equal Opportunity Employer*Positions are open to qualified candidates who have work authorization for the listed locations. All candidates must have the on-going legal right to work within the country where the position is located.