Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (f/m/d)

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (f/m/d) | Freudenberg

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions is a Business Group of Freudenberg and a leading global supplier of branded cleaning systems as well as household and laundry care products. The portfolio includes brands such as O-Cedar, and Vileda. The company employs more than 3,800 people and hosts a global distribution network.

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Safe Environment

Safe Environment: We strive to ensure safety remains a top priority, and provide a stable environment for our employees.

Personal Development

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

401K Match

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Vacation

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

location_on Aurora, IL

On-Site

trip_origin Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA)

payments The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-$130,000 USD annually, and is dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for a performance-based bonus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement savings with company match; paid time-off and holidays; and parental leave.

This working engineering position leads engineering focused projects through planning, organizing, driving and controlling projects from start to finish. The role coordinates execution of every aspect of projects working across multiple departments as well as managing external vendors. Position further analyzes potential risks, issues or changes which can impact the project's timeline and then adjusts accordingly.

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (f/m/d)

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Responsibilitiesarrow_right

• Scout and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies that improve operational capability and support long-term plant competitiveness.
• Justify and prioritize capital investments through data-driven analysis of cost, capacity, quality, and risk.
• Own supplier engagement and equipment acquisition, from concept development through technical selection and purchase.
• Lead cross-functional implementation of new technology, including installation, validation, and production ramp-up. Provide feedback, advice, project updates and encouragement to project team members. Communicate promptly with all relevant stakeholders if timeline or cost associated with project deviates from approved plan.
• Standardize and sustain manufacturing innovation by documenting best practices, training teams, and building future-ready processes.
• Establish process and equipment standards; support manufacturing readiness and change management.
• Lead process validation and performance qualification; Analyze performance data and drive optimization.
• Assist in development and maintain the advanced manufacturing technology roadmap. Provide engineering expertise and support to production site as required.

Qualificationsarrow_right

• At least 3 years of experience successfully managing and leading engineering projects to launch technology in a fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing environment.
• University degree (technical background) preferred.
• Demonstrated progression in technical field during career.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Technical aptitude in industrial robotics, cobots, AMR / AGV, and industrial automation required. Injection molding / plastics background useful.
• Proficiency in AutoCad and SolidWorks.
• Desire to work in a role that blends hands-on technical knowledge and project management skills.
• Must have excellent time management skills, and strong communication skills with the ability to communicate across multiple teams.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% (including Global).

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. #LI-MN

We respectfully request that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters refrain from contacting us regarding this position.

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Additional Informationarrow_right

Melissa Nolan

Talent Acquisition Manager, North America

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