Process Development Team Member

Farplas; Gebze; On-site; TRY 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Farplas is seeking a Process Development Team Member in Gebze to drive industrialization of new customer and product projects, focusing on plastic injection molding, assembly processes, and robotics integration.

You will manage timelines, coordinate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams, and lead productivity, quality, and cost-improvement initiatives using automotive tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC. Relocation to Asian side of Istanbul or Kocaeli area preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in project management.
• Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding, assembly processes, and production lines.
• Experience with robotic systems, automation applications, and production equipment.
• Hands-on experience in new product introduction processes, including APQP, PPAP, and Run@Rate.
• Experience in production equipment, fixtures, and process development.
• Proficiency in CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar 3D design software.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in both shop-floor and office environments and take ownership.
• No restrictions on domestic or international travel.
• Strong reporting, presentation, analytical, and follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages the industrialization of new customer and product projects
• Develops and monitors project timelines
• Designs, optimizes, and improves plastic injection molding and assembly processes
• Carries out the commissioning of robotic and automation systems
• Plans and coordinates production equipment, fixtures, and process investments
• Coordinates projects with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Leads productivity, quality, and cost-improvement initiatives
• Manages projects using automotive quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC
• Monitors production performance and develops continuous-improvement projects
• Prepares technical documentation and reports

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Automation knowledge

NPI processes

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Farplas is one of the leading automotive suppliers globally, providing parts, equipment, and services used in vehicle production to many top automotive manufacturers, including Toyota, Renault, Hyundai, Ford, Tofaş-Fiat, and Togg, with a diverse product range. Utilizing advanced technology and high-quality production processes, Farplas delivers innovative and customized solutions for its customers. With state-of-the-art production facilities and automation systems, Farplas prioritizes quality and efficiency, aiming to strengthen its competitive edge through sustainability and an environmentally friendly approach. As a trusted solution partner, Farplas is committed to excellence across all its operations.

Do you want to make a difference on this journey, where we embrace the values of persistence, passion, people, purpose, progress and the planet?

What Does the Process Development Team Member Do at Farplas?

• Manages the industrialization of new customer and product projects,
• Develops and monitors project timelines,
• Designs, optimizes, and improves plastic injection molding and assembly processes,
• Carries out the commissioning of robotic and automation systems,
• Plans and coordinates production equipment, fixtures, and process investments,
• Coordinates projects with customers, suppliers, and internal teams,
• Leads productivity, quality, and cost-improvement initiatives,
• Manages projects using automotive quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC,
• Monitors production performance and develops continuous-improvement projects,
• Prepares technical documentation and reports.

What Are the Requirements for a Process Development Team Member at Farplas?

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline,
• Experience in project management,
• Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding, assembly processes, and production lines,
• Experience with robotic systems, automation applications, and production equipment,
• Hands-on experience in new product introduction processes, including APQP, PPAP, and Run@Rate,
• Experience in production equipment, fixtures, and process development,
• Proficiency in CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar 3D design software,
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in both shop-floor and office environments and take ownership,
• No restrictions on domestic or international travel,
• Strong reporting, presentation, analytical, and follow-up skills,
• A customer-focused mindset,
• Residing in—or willing to relocate to—the Asian side of Istanbul or the Kocaeli area.

What Does the Recruitment Process Look Like?

• Competency-Based Interview
• Assessment Tools
• Reference Check
• Final Steps & Offer

You can explore all job and internship opportunities at Farplas via LinkedIn and Kariyer.net.

If you share our passion and values, we look forward to meeting you,