Process Engineering Manager

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Responsibilities:

Core Accountabilities

Process & Industrialization Leadership:

Drive plant layout, line design, process optimization, and ensure readiness for new product launches (APQP, PPAP, validation, SOP).

Operational Excellence & Cost Management:

Lead Lean/VPS initiatives, improve productivity, reduce waste, and manage CAPEX, engineering budget, and KPI performance.

Capacity & Project Management:

Oversee capacity planning, engineering changes, and cross-functional project execution to support business growth.

Team Leadership:

Develop, coach, and manage the process engineering team to ensure strong technical capability and performance.

HSE & Compliance:

Ensure all engineering activities comply with safety, environmental, and IATF 16949 quality standards.

Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration:

Work closely with internal departments and APAC/global teams; support supplier development and technical evaluations.

Qualifications:

Engineering degree with ≥5 years experience in automotive/process engineering

Strong knowledge in APQP, PPAP, Lean/VPS, capacity analysis, and process improvement

Proven leadership, project management, and cross-functional coordination skills

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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