Senior Stamping Process Engineer

000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership seeks a process engineering professional to develop, implement, and improve stamping processes and tooling. You will analyze data to optimize workflows, review KPI systems, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

You will support NPI activities, ensure compliance with HSE requirements, and collaborate with stamping contractors to meet product specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of stamping process and die design or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in Steel stamping process, die design, other tooling for process improvements – technologies: Compound, Progressive, and Transfer.
• Knowledge of Lean System tools and its methodologies; Six Sigma Green Belt or Red-X Apprentice preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD and/ or UG for reading, creating and editing drawings (manual and/or CAD), with knowledge of GD&T (ASME 14.5 – 1982).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and improve stamping processes and tooling.
• Input and analyze numerical data to identify patterns for optimal workflow and process development.
• Review KPI monitoring systems and leverage technology to achieve goals.
• Drive and champion a continuous improvement culture within the team.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to prepare products or processes for launch.
• Ensure compliance with all local, legal, and Freudenberg Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.
• Design stamping dies, and other tooling for process improvements.
• Communicate with stamping contractors and vendors regarding product specifications and requirements.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

KPI monitoring

Lean Six Sigma

CAD/UG reading

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/UG

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities: Develop, implement, maintain, and improve process capabilities using appropriate tools and methodologies. Input and analyze numerical data to identify patterns and relationships for optimal workflow and process development. Review Key Performance Indicator (KPI) monitoring systems and leverage technology to achieve goals. Drive and champion a continuous improvement culture within the team. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to prepare products or processes for launch. Ensure compliance with all local, legal, and Freudenberg Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements. Design stamping dies, and other tooling for process improvements. Communicate with stamping contractors and vendors regarding product specifications and requirements.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent required. Minimum 5 years of stamping process and die design or equivalent experience required. Experience in Steel stamping process, die design, other tooling for process improvements – technologies: Compound, Progressive, and Transfer. Desired experience in stamping process for Aluminum and Copper Strong conceptualization skills for mechanical components and understanding of component strength requirements. Proficiency in CAD and/ or UG for reading, creating and editing drawings (manual and/or CAD), with knowledge of GD&T (ASME 14.5 – 1982). Knowledge of Lean System tools and its methodologies; Six Sigma Green Belt or Red-X Apprentice preferred.

Communication & Collaboration

Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

Value for Customers

Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.

Innovation

Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.

Drive & Execution

Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

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.

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