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Job Title: Manufacturing Support Specialist

Job ID: 606

Location: Houston Texas-Onsite

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Muhammad Talpur

Job Type: Full Time

Summary: At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world's most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a Manufacturing Support Specialist within the Engineering department, you will serve as the essential bridge between design intent, ERP master data, and shop floor execution across our MOG, Machine Shop, and RMT product lines. Your mission is to drive data integrity, acting as a primary gatekeeper for materials, components, and operational BOMs in our ERP system. You will support the engineering and operations teams by transforming designs into production-ready Bills of Materials (BOMs), updating CAD drawings, authoring clear work instructions, and providing hands-on troubleshooting and testing directly on the manufacturing floor.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities:

Core Values & Responsibilities

• Hold yourself accountable for ERP data governance, BOM architecture, and maintaining accurate production drawings.
• Collaborate across departments including Engineering, Machine Shop, Production, Quality, and Purchasing to ensure BOM accuracy and process efficiency.
• Spend active time on the shop floor to identify bottlenecks, communicate risks, and implement practical solutions for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate Aptiv's core values of Think and Act Like Owners, One Team, & Play To Win (TOP).

Position Requirements:

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Technology) or equivalent hands-on experience in a machine shop or technical production environment.
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in ERP master data entry, BOM architecture, production planning, or hands-on engineering support within a manufacturing/machine shop environment.
• Industry Domain: Solid working knowledge of ERP systems (Visual ERP / Business Central NAV) with a focus on Master Data Management; strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings/blueprints and GD&T; proficiency in SolidWorks for drawing updates, redlines, and data extraction.
• Regulatory Compliance: U.S. Citizenship, security clearance, or other legal/export control requirements apply.

Certifications & Competencies:

• Systems Proficiency: ERP System (Visual ERP / Business Central NAV), SolidWorks & Draftsight (Drawing updates, viewing, data extraction), ADP.

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits & Perks: Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring health coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and career development resources.

EEO Statement

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.

Internal Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for an internal transfer or promotion, employees must have at least 12 months of service in their current role and must be in good standing (not currently on a Performance Improvement Plan or have received a formal disciplinary warning within the last 6 months).