Rubber Process Engineer: Drive Process Improvement

000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership is seeking an engineer to collaborate with the Rubber Engineering Team on developing and testing rubber compounds. You will support manufacturing operations by identifying process improvements, troubleshooting issues, and driving sustainable solutions on the shop floor.

You will work with operators, technicians, and supervisors to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, while coordinating with customers, laboratories, quality teams, and

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.

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.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Eng

Job description

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership is seeking an engineer to collaborate with the Rubber Engineering Team on developing and testing rubber compounds. You will support manufacturing operations by identifying process improvements, troubleshooting issues, and driving sustainable solutions on the shop floor.

You will work with operators, technicians, and supervisors to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, while coordinating with customers, laboratories, quality teams, and