Process Engineer - Thermoplastic

Company: Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of over 10 billion euros. We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas. location_on Plymouth, MI Hybrid Work trip_origin Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership Process Engineer - Thermoplastic Responsibilities Leading and taking responsibility, processing, advising and supporting in dynamically acting teams of product pre-development projects with the aim to develop new products, support production processes. The focus is on products made from thermoplastic materials. Contribute own expertise especially for handling with products made from thermoplastic materials. Tasks starting from material selection to functional testing. Develop plastic products, support in processing and production. Lead, conduct, take responsibility for, but also contribute to and support the implementation of workshops (globally Freudenberg-wide) with the aim of further developing product development, process development, test capabilities, analysis methods and knowledge management. Systematic and regular preparation of information relevant to decision-making in the form of written and oral reports for the work team, decision-makers and management. Support/guide Sales and Purchasing on technically relevant tasks, especially for plastic made products. Support Sales and Application Engineers at customer visits. Planning, coordination and conducting of customer visits. Assumption of administrative tasks required for the smooth running of the task in the office environment. Contact to Management T&I, FST, FTI, F&Co., FPM mostly for reporting and alignment FST Workshops: organize, plan, conduct, evaluate and report with the goal to develop plastic products within our portfolio Qualifications B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Plastics Materials, Manufacturing or equivalent) Business level English skills both written and verbal Strong analytical structured problem solving skills Ability to travel both domestically in the US and internationally Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization. Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers' needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach. Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions. Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities. Some of your Benefits 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help Diversity & Inclusion: Enter a diversity-driven world of innovation Health insurance: Insurance: backstop protection against health risks Training / Career development: Programs to supercharge skills and expertise Vacation: Time off to refresh and recharge 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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