Rubber Process Engineer

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies; Bristol (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Development

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership in Bristol, NH is seeking a Rubber Process Engineer to develop and test rubber compounds, drive process improvements, and collaborate with operators on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement projects and successful product launches across the Americas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work on the production floor with operators and staff.
• Interest in manufacturing processes and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Rubber Engineering to develop and test rubber compounds.
• Identify process improvements, troubleshoot production issues, and drive solutions.
• Work with operators 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 launches.
• Lead or support continuous improvement projects focused on reducing waste and defects.
• Help establish process flows, standards, and timelines for new products and improvements.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement solutions to enhance quality and delivery performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Effective communication

Team collaboration

On-floor manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Some of your Benefits

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Bristol, NH

On-Site

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

You support our team as

Rubber Process Engineer

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.