Accelerated Leadership Program - Manufacturing Leadership

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing during rotations

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Cheraw, SC offers an Accelerated Leadership Program in Manufacturing Leadership. This two‑year development track includes four six‑month rotations across North America, with a guaranteed permanent role in Cheraw upon graduation.

You will rotate through production management, quality, continuous improvement and logistics, mentored by experienced engineering leaders, developing leadership skills and hands‑on expertise for future Production Leader positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Two rotations of co-ops or internships.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred.
• Leadership experience or exposure preferred.
• Willingness to relocate every 6 months; company housing provided.
• Authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or sponsorship.
• Company housing during domestic and international rotations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a mentor to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler.
• Gain knowledge in production management, quality, continuous improvement, logistics, and plant management.
• Trained based on the 70:20:10 model emphasizing hands-on experience, mentoring and formal training.
• Leadership training and tools to develop leadership skills.
• Be equipped for a guaranteed Production Leader position upon graduation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relocation readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Job description

Accelerated Leadership Program - Manufacturing Leadership

Location: Cheraw, SC, US, 29520

Job Requisition ID: 45587

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

Your Key Responsibilities

The Accelerated Leadership Development Program is a two-year manufacturing leadership development program comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure. Each rotation can be located at any of our facilities throughout the North American Region (USA, Mexico and Canada), including the possibility for international rotations. The first rotation will start in Cheraw, SC. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Cheraw, SC is guaranteed.

Manufacturing Leadership Path Responsibilities

• Partner with a mentor who is an experienced professional engineering manager to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler
• Gain knowledge alongside experts in areas such as production management, quality, continuous improvement, logistics, and plant management
• Trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasizes a mixture of hands‑on experience, mentoring, and formal training
• Leadership training and tools to develop leadership skills
• Become equipped for your guaranteed Production Leader position upon graduation

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant Engineering or Engineering Technology
• At least two rotations of relevant co‑ops or internships
• Experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment preferred
• Leadership experience or exposure preferred
• Thorough understanding of engineering principals
• Excellent Organization and Communication skills
• Willingness to relocate every 6 months (company housing provided)
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.
• Company Housing during domestic and international rotations

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. 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.

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.