Plant Engineering Manager

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Overall responsibilities and duties:
Within the plant, manage processes and people.

• Ensure that series production meets customer requirements
• Support the continuous improvement process
• Ensure the plant readiness to launch successful new programs
• Manage and report key ME indicators

• Procurement of manufacturing equipment under consideration of demanded, security, quality and environmental protection and their preservation
• Equipment and tooling follow‑up
• Support the engineering change management process
• Update manufacturing routines and work instructions
• Keep processes (machines, tools, procedures) at best possible level in compliance with HSE regulations and QCD
• Build the engineering budget and the plant CAPEX; and ensure their application
• Management of the plant central maintenance
• Monitor capacity utilization
• Keep plant lay‑out updated
• Plan, monitor and coordinate the work of external companies
• Create and introduce procedures regarding the tasks of his field of responsibility
• Support problem solving initiatives

Support the continuous improvement process in the following areas:
Labor, Quality, Equipment and tooling, Space, Work conditions.

• Participate in the definition of the production process and selection of machines and tools
• Define plant layout to support new product launches in line with MIFA
• Oversee the installation process of new machines and equipment
• Support production in the start of new processes to ensure a successful SOP (initial samples, run @ rate, work instructions)

• Staff, train, coach, assess and develop the plant ME team (direct or dotted line)
• Support and train other networks/functions (PSE, QSE…)
• Participation in the management of the expertise network (knowledge capitalization)

• Manage ME key indicators (TRS: change over, cycle time, reliability…)

Minimum education level:
Bachelor's degree in engineering required. Master’s degree in engineering preferred.

Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in production area, including one position in Manufacturing Engineering.

• Trained in Faurecia Excellence System and Program Management System
• Basic financial skills (costing, budget, investment)
• Leadership skills
• Ability to interface with other functions – Networking capabilities
• Strong TPM & PM background required
• Machine controls (PLC programming), robotic automation skills
• Strong technical problem‑solving using machine data and data analytics
• International mindset
• English required
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management

• 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…