Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of over 10 billion euros.At Freudenberg Medical, we make products that save and improve the lives of people every day, all around the world. We are a global provider for medical device design and manufacturing with more than 2,000 employees. Innovation is at the core of our company, and we are proud of our industry-leading quality, lean manufacturing, and focus on innovation in products and processing technologies. Freudenberg Medical is an exciting place to work with lots of opportunity to learn, develop, and grow your career. Come join us and together we can make a difference in the future of healthcare.**Responsibilities**:- Works with a sense of urgency that enables production schedules to be met while minimizing unnecessary costs related to downtime and labor and material variances; and without jeopardizing the health and safety of the general workforce and/or the quality and accuracy of production and without violating established work standards and ISO requirements.- Provides recognition to employees. Ensures training is provided for effective performance. Proactively addresses issues with employees with supportive documentation. Adheres to Company policies and procedures. Conducts timely performance reviews. Conducts Daily Tier meetings on the production floor- Provide accurate and up-to-date reporting about KPI's related to production areas, Ensuring compliance with budgets and plans.- Assists in resolving problems or concerns that arise during the manufacturing process.- Maintains a clean and safe work area. Wears required Personal Protective Equipment. Performs duties in a safe manner and observes approved safety procedures.- Engages in providing a safe working environment for the employees by actively participating in and encouraging the employees to participate in the Safety, Ergonomics, and Environmental (SEE). The committee, and other company-sponsored safety programs.- Participates in Lean and other Kaizen events to improve the methods of manufacturing, workflow, and quality of production.- As required, work with Engineering Department in the validation activities and establish appropriate metrics that must be met before the transfer process is completed and released.- Demonstrate leadership and commitment with respect to the HSE, Environmental, and Energy Management Systems by developing, leading, and promoting a culture that supports the intended outcomes of the management systems. Directing and supporting persons to contribute to the effectiveness of these management systems**Qualifications**:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.- 1 to 3 years of manufacturing management experience or equivalent in a regulated industry such as medical device and/or healthcare products manufacturing in an engineering and production/assembly environment.- Strong team-oriented professional with good interpersonal skills who is hands-on with a high-energy approach to work.- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute projects/ tasks while balancing multiple projects and adhering to strict deadlines- Proficiency in the use of PC and programs, particularly Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.- Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, effectively, and frequently (oral and written) both to senior management, customers, and associates- Ability to travel as required (20%)- Shift A, B, C, or D availability- Accurate and attention to detail.- Experience in a metric-driven culture-specific experience in LEAN principles (Plus).Some of your BenefitsDiversity & Inclusion: Enter a diversity-driven world of innovationHealth insurance: Insurance: backstop protection against health risksMeal allowance: Allowance makes meals more affordableSustainability / Community service: Making a difference with sustainability, community serviceTraining / Career development: Programs to supercharge skills and expertiseAdditional InformationRoy Vargas- Discover more about us
