Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader
We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.
Your mission, roles and responsibilities
Overall responsibilities and duties:
The primary purpose of the Manufacturing Process Engineer is to drive and support productivity, quality, cost improvement, and safety goals established for the facility. The Manufacturing Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting existing business as well as establishing manufacturing methods and tooling for new product launches.
The main missions of the role are:
o Planning of all development aspects of customer and facility related projects
o Responsible for project integrity and success against identified agreed goals
o Facilitate and support the production teams in continuous improvement activities
o Develop and implement projects targeted on cost reductions, safety, ergonomics, change- over, standardization, productivity, and product quality improvements
o Facilitate new product launch and engineering change activities including product quotations, equipment and tool purchasing, line manning and balancing, writing of capital appropriations requests, and the development of quality and production documentation (process flows, FMEA’s, work instructions, line layouts, BOS charts, budgetary tracking)
o Coach Process Technicians, GAP Leaders and Manufacturing Associates on process trouble shooting, set-up of equipment, validating correct process control, using proper gauging processes and procedures, and other equipment/process related technical skills needed to safely produce good parts
o Support QRCI process to take an active role in the identification of root-cause problems
o Lead the implementation of short term containment actions and long term permanent corrective actions
o Lead Hoshins and related employee empowerment initiatives to drive continual process improvement with the maximum involvement and support of Shop Floor Management and Direct Labor Associates
o Support and help other team member’s research, implement and generate Improvement Ideas
o All other duties Assigned.
Your profile and competencies to succeed
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have/be:
Minimum education level: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Technology or equivalent is preferred OR 5 years as a process technician and a commitment to further education
Experience:
o Bending, Welding and/or robot/Laser programming experience are a plus
o Manufacturing Experience, preferable automotive
o Experience launching new products and/or leading projects
Skills and competencies:
o Support of 13 MR, safety process engineering, ergonomics & other engineering initiatives to support Zero Accidents
o Solid understanding of manufacturing engineering theories and practices
o Proficient with computers, Robotics, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
o Cultivates Innovation
o Problem Solving
o Optimize Work Processes
o Drive, Agility, Open-mindedness
o Excellent written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
o Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future.
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What we can do for you
- At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
- We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
- We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
- We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
- We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
- Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.
Why join us
FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.
With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.
In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.
As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.