Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Member of the core team. Responsible for all Manufacturing deliverables of new programs / from the acquisition phase till SOP + 6 months. Manages functionally Program Manufacturing team. Ensures manufacturing feasibility. Develop & validates complete production system of the program. Supervises the production launch through IPM.                

• Act as the interface between the Program Core team and the plant(s)               
• Ensure design to manufacturing through concurrent engineering activities with product engineers.                                                                                      
• Implement all changes of the production system related to the product modifications (as of Engineering Change Management).                                     
• Ensure manufacturing feasibility.                                                                            
• Study, develop in detail, follow-up, validate, release and set-up the complete Production System of production, including but not limited to: the program process flow charts, plant layout, equipment and tools, utilities, material and information flow analysis, in accordance with the Group standards and program objectives                                                            
• Participate in the Production Part Approval Process runnings (including Mass Production Trial and Extended Mass Production Trial).                                                     
• Support the production launch and Ramp-up                                                                  
• Report all manufacturing risks analysis and their associated action plans and opportunities.                                                                                                           
• Apply program Management System and Engineering Change Management and Faurecia tools and standards.                                                                                    
• Ensure that manufacturing milestones are passed successfully and on time.                     
• Manage Capex and Tool Budget

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Minimum education level:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering;  minimum 4 years previous experience as Manufacturing Engineer or applicable work experience.
• Additional Language: Advanced English    

Experience:

Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years of automotive experience

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, decision making and communication skills
• Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations.
• Must be capable of working with a wide variety of people from the shop floor to senior managers, vendors, suppliers and customers.
• Deals comfortably with the uncertainty of change.
• Evaluates pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.
• Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience.
• Practical knowledge of AQP functions, continuous improvement, and other analytical and action planning tools
• Knowledgeable computer skills 

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.