Manufacturing Engineer

• Provide subject matter expertise for electrochemical cell fabrication equipment and processes. Share expertise across multiple functions and teams to leverage current knowledge into future product and process development.

• Lead plant troubleshooting efforts and coordinate improvement projects with the Operations team to reduce scrap and lower manufacturing costs.

• Review and approve job procedures and operating discipline. Participate in training operating personnel as needs. Conduct pre-startup reviews and complete pre-startup activities.

• Ensures the linkages between plant operations and R&D are effective. Participate in technology improvements and represent the plant's interests in process design and equipment design & function.

• Review proposed technology improvements to ensure safety, quality, and overall manufacturing effectiveness.

• Ensures implementation and ongoing effectiveness of operating discipline, enabling technologies and roles. Manages and implements systems to reduce variation, produce quality products, reduce inventory, reduce costs of operations, and meet customer needs. Interfaces with customers as required.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a multi discipline environment. Manage capital projects up to and in excess of $1M

• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors to deliver solutions.

• Develop and approve plant engineering and equipment specifications, process and instrument diagrams, process flow diagrams, material balances, and other key documented process knowledge.

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• Minimum BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred but other engineering disciplines are considered

• 7 years minimum manufacturing/process engineering experience, preferably in lithium battery-related technologies. Chemical industry process engineering a plus.

• Experience with project management and technology improvement processes, PMP certification a plus

• Solid understanding of statistical process control and process improvement methodologies. Black Belt/Green Belt certification a plus.

• Demonstrated experience with root cause trouble shooting activities

• Good understanding of manufacturing execution systems (MES) and process automation (PLC)

• Software skills including MS Office professional package and Minitab. Ability to use AutoCAD and SolidWorks a plus.

• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills

• Working up to 1-2 days in Midland is required with flexibility for WFH/travel and up to 2 days from our Auburn Hills office.

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.