Group Leader - Production Technology - Segment

Group Leader - Production Technology - Segment 17

Apply for the Group Leader - Production Technology - Segment 17 role at Schaeffler.

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a long history of private ownership. As a partner to major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer many development opportunities.

• Realize development, implementation and optimization of manufacturing technology for production of new and existing Schaeffler products.
• Initiate, drive, and coordinate the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing technologies for new and existing products using statistical measures in terms of quality, efficiency, sustainability, and robustness.
• Conduct process investigation to fine‑tune equipment and process set‑up considering product, material, tooling, and location.
• Review new technology launches regarding product design/material feasibility, impact on cycle time, tool definition, and quality.
• Support production to identify and solve production issues sustainably and initiate and conduct troubleshooting based on production data using statistical and digital measures.
• Create required manufacturing process documentation including equipment/technology release documents and set‑up instructions.
• Apply commonly defined process and equipment standards and consider international and regionally defined manufacturing technology‑related norms.
• Develop and negotiate equipment and tool specifications with potential suppliers from the standard supplier portfolio including timing and investment, and specify validation requirements and validate production equipment, manufacturing technologies, and related tools.
• Cooperate closely with Schaeffler Operations manufacturing technology networks, division, business division, and business unit manufacturing technology groups, and within the region while maintaining close collaboration with other central functions like Purchasing, IT, Maintenance, and Quality.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.

• 6% 401(k) company match.
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As a global company with employees around the world, we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Information on our understanding of leadership can be found at

• Schaeffler Transmission Systems, LLC
• Heidi L. Schaad

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Manufacturing