Process Engineer at Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

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.

Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: From apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and to building interiors and more. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at www.freudenberg-pm.com.

Some of your Benefits

401K Match

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Vacation

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Personal Development

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Performance Related Bonus

Performance Related Bonus: When you have an impact, you can reap the rewards.

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Durham, NC

On-Site

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

You support our team as

Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost performance
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives (DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen) to eliminate waste and improve operations
• Data Analysis & Problem Solving: Analyze production data and KPIs to identify trends, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Standardization & Compliance: Develop and maintain SOPs/WIs while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and lean manufacturing standards
• Cross-Functional Execution: Partner with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or related field)
• 1-3 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in a hands-on production environment
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Lean and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred

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.