Vulcanization Process & Reliability Engineer

Working at Freudenberg:
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Asset Reliability

• Analyze downtime trends for presses and vulcanization lines
• Improve MTBF and reduce repeat failures
• Develop reliability-centered maintenance strategies
• Standardize press rebuild and overhaul practices

Process Parameter Control

• Monitor and control key vulcanization parameters (temperature, pressure, cure time, Vacuum)
• Validate press control logic for parameter stability
• Identify process drift and variation trends
• Partner with Automation Engineer to improve control loop performance
• Ensure parameter alignment with Control Plan

Production Support

• Provide real-time troubleshooting during production issues
• Support startup and validation after downtime events
• Reduce unplanned production interruptions
• Improve cycle consistency

Scrap & Quality Reduction

• Analyze scrap trends related to cure parameters
• Lead root cause investigations (8D / 5 Why/Cause Map)
• Develop corrective actions to eliminate repeat scrap
• Partner with Quality and Production to stabilize processes

Predictive & Condition Monitoring

• Use thermal imaging, pressure validation, and condition monitoring tools
• Identify early failure indicators in heating systems and hydraulics
• Develop predictive maintenance roadmap for presses

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four‑year college or university in an appropriate technical field.
• Two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

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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