Rubber Process Engineer

About the Company

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies operates the business of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. As part of the global Freudenberg Group, we are a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Headquartered in Plymouth, MI, we operate over 20 facilities and employ about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Benefits

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Vacation time to refresh and recharge.
• Paid holidays.
• Personal development through a variety of trainings to support career growth.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Rubber Engineering Team to develop, test, and improve rubber compounds that meet customer and business requirements.
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying process improvements, troubleshooting production issues, and driving sustainable solutions.
• Work directly with operators, technicians, and supervisors on the shop floor to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Collaborate with customers, laboratories, quality teams, and suppliers to ensure successful product development and launches.
• Lead or support continuous improvement projects focused on reducing waste, minimizing defects, and improving manufacturing performance.
• Help establish process flows, manufacturing standards, and project timelines for new products and process improvements.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement engineering solutions that enhance product quality, delivery performance, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required; Materials Science or related engineering disciplines may also be considered.
• Recent graduate to 5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, process engineering, materials engineering, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and drive effective solutions.
• Self-motivated and eager to spend time on the production floor working directly with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with operators, engineers, customers, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while working independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in manufacturing processes, materials development, continuous improvement, and building a long-term engineering career.

Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.