Configuration Management Specialist

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

Position Summary:

Work in a highly collaborative team environment supporting engineering, manufacturing, quality, and sales customers striving to deliver clear, concise, and valid product change information.  The Change Management Specialist is integral to the execution and control of change management processes, practices, and tools during the release of the change request information to the end users globally.   This position will spend approximately 95% of allocated work time executing the requirements of the change management process. The remaining 5% of allocated work time will be spent working with project teams to educate on process and PLM tool requirements.  The project portion of this position will focus on project initiatives that reduce help reduce the cost of poor quality and improve efficiency.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain subject matter expert knowledge level for change management processes and tools.
• Problem solve data integrity issues identified and seek solutions ensuring resolutions.
• Provide support and training to end users as necessary for change process and tools.
• Schedule and lead change review meetings to achieve process objectives.
• Active involvement in identifying continuous improvement ideas for process and tool improvement.
• Work directly with cross functional team to assist with Part/BOM creation and maintenance.
• Manage part attributes and workflow approvals and enforce defined rule set.
• Daily management of Change Request/Notices tasks
• Creation of Change Notices based on approved Change Request
• Ensure all applicable approvals are obtained as part of the change process. 
• Ensure that each change follows interchangeability and revision level rules.
• Align change effectivity dates with Release Engineer to ensure plant implementation schedule.
• Actively manage product lifecycle phases in Teamcenter (PLM Tool)
• Effectively manage obsolescence of parts and documents

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience with Industry recognized PLM and ERP systems
• At least two years of experience in CM, Engineering or Data Analyst environment
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to recognize basic part print information.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Able to communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Remains calm, open-minded and customer focused under pressure.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and projects without direct supervision.
• High level of attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• CMII certification
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience with Teamcenter PLM and SAP ERP systems
• Engineering Background
• Capable of developing or possessing a technical understanding of manufactured products.
• Knowledge of industry standards
• Knowledge of inventory control and material-planning principles
• Knowledge of IMDS requirements

Eligibility Requirements:

• Willingness to travel globally 5%
• Willingness to work in an office located in Novi, MI (1-2 days per week)
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen

What We Offer

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

#Hybrid

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.