Director of Operations

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The Role

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a long-term Manufacturing strategy based on Business/Market strategies.
  • Ensure all FB HSE standards are implemented so people work in a safe environment.
  • Deliver all materials according to plan, taking into account planning, efficiency (cost), quality and quantity.
  • Responsible for (continued) performance of assets as well as timely replacement/upgrading/improvement of the assets.
  • Accountable for increased Sustainability in operations (e.g. waste reduction, recycling, raw materials-, water- & energy efficiency, and reduced emissions)
  • Lead the implementation and development of global operational excellence programs such as Lean, SPC, 5S and safety excellence.
  • Develop and lead leadership of manufacturing and support them in their respective roles as leaders
  • Drive market/customer orientation in manufacturing

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or higher in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
  • 10+ years of manufacturing management experience or equivalent.
  • Relative industry experience within non-woven/textiles, raw goods, or chemical processing.
  • Proficient in SAP ERP systems and comfortable operating in a data-driven, KPI-focused culture.
  • Strong understanding and application of lean principles.
  • Proven track record leading engineering and production teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

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.

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

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HQ: Weinheim
17,448 Employees

What We Do

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products.

Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 170-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action.

In 2022, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 51,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.7 billion.


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