Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Sr. NPI Engineer

Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 8+ years of experience required
  • Detail-oriented with strong project management skills
  • Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
  • Proficient in multitasking across multiple projects
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Own the process validation plan and create process risk documentation
  • Solve complex problems and mentor junior engineers
  • Establish root causes and provide swift solutions
  • Develop manufacturing processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Ensure design and process capabilities are ready pre-launch in coordination with the PD team
  • Define equipment sets for pilot and full-scale production
  • Create test fixtures and prototype tooling to support manufacturing line development
  • Control production processes, validate design specs, and ensure proper shop floor application of new tools/equipment
  • Quickly prototype equipment designs using in-house machining and contract manufacturers
  • Lead efforts in implementing cost-effective error proofing and automation technologies
  • Track project schedules and collaborate with Operations for new product launches
  • Develop and utilize production/documentation processes including APQP, Control Plans, and more
  • Identify new processes and technologies to meet cost targets
  • Coach and guide project tasks for engineers, designers, technicians, and associates

Benefits

  • Health insurance and wellness programs
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Ownership of the process validation plan and associated process risk documentation.
  • Solves complex problems and helps coach and mentor other Engineers.
  • Establish Root cause and provide solutions quickly.
  • Develop manufacturing processes. Utilize cross-functional participation to ensure that the equipment and process and processes are compatible with the entire value stream. Efforts should include: Early equipment management, workstation design, material presentation, standard work and single piece flow.
  • Working with PD team, ensure design/process capability has been successfully completed before launch.
  • Define and implement equipment set needed to support Pilot & Full-Scale Production
  • Develop test fixtures and prototype tooling as needed to support the manufacturing line development.
  • Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment.
  • Prototype equipment designs quickly with a combination of in-house machining and contract manufacturers
  • Drives effort of identifying and implementing affordable error proofing and automation technologies.
  • Ensure the implementation of project schedules
  • Working closely with Operations team to ensure all facilities are prepared for new product launches
  • Supports the development and use of all production and control related processes and documentation including APQP, Control Plans, Qualification Plans, Engineering Change, Deviations, Corrective and Preventative Actions, DFMEA, PFMEA, PPAP, FAI, DFMA, and SPC tools
  • Identify and establish new processes and technologies necessary to achieve best cost targets
  • Provide coaching, and guidance regarding project tasks to other engineers, designers, technicians and associates.


Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree required,
  • 8+ years of experience required.
  • Detail oriented with excellent project management skills
  • Track record of working in fast paced environments
  • Ability to work on many different projects at the same time
  • Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, customers and suppliers

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Green Belt certification in Lean or Six Sigma.
  • Experience in designing, procuring, assembling, troubleshooting and validating equipment
  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks and AutoCAD software, 2D& 3D.
  • Experience in a structured regulatory environment with advanced quality systems such as ISO13485, ISO 9001,
  • Master's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Bio-Medical Engineering preferred


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About Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Freudenberg Nonwovens is a leading manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics for a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, filtration, healthcare, and hygiene. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications, from air and liquid filtration to wound care and feminine hygiene. Freudenberg Nonwovens is a subsidiary of the Freudenberg Group, a global technology company with operations in more than 60 countries. The company was founded in 1849 and is headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. Freudenberg Nonwovens has manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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