Grinding Process Engineer — Drive Efficiency & Quality

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking a Production Technology Engineer (Grinding) to optimize grinding processes and boost productivity across manufacturing lines.

You will develop, test, and standardize grinding methods, analyze process data, and drive improvements that reduce cycle times and scrap. The role emphasizes collaboration with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D, along with documenting work instructions, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or a related field.
• Several years of experience in grinding or precision machining.
• Strong knowledge of grinding machines, abrasives, process control, and metrology.
• Experience with process optimization, troubleshooting, and industrialization.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in data analysis and MS Office.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and standardize grinding processes for new and existing products.
• Support industrialization of manufacturing processes from concept to serial production.
• Analyze process data to improve quality, cycle time, cost, and machine utilization.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues in grinding operations and implement corrective actions.
• Define and improve process parameters, tooling, fixtures, and machining strategies.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, R&D, and Engineering teams.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and waste reduction.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, and automation for grinding.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and technical reports.
• Support root cause analysis for process deviations, scrap, and customer complaints.
• Train operators and production staff on grinding standards and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Grinding knowledge

Process optimization

Data analysis

Reading drawings

MS Office

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Grinding machines

CNC grinding

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking a Production Technology Engineer (Grinding) to optimize grinding processes and boost productivity across manufacturing lines.

You will develop, test, and standardize grinding methods, analyze process data, and drive improvements that reduce cycle times and scrap. The role emphasizes collaboration with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D, along with documenting work instructions, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and