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 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
Protecting people and the environment, and optimizing industrial processes - that is what drives us at Freudenberg Filtration Technologies. We serve our automotive, consumer goods and industrial customers with technically leading products, system solutions, services and consulting in air and liquid filtration. As part of the Freudenberg Group, strong corporate values guide us in our aspiration for innovation, efficiency and highest customer focus. With a dedicated team of around 3,500 colleagues, we generate an annual turnover of about 670 million euros.
Some of your Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
401K Match
401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
Personal Development
Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
Paid Holidays
Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
LaPorte, IN
On-Site
PPA Industries Inc.
You support our team as
Regional Director Operational Excellence
Responsibilities
Leading the local OpEx Teams within the assigned region:
Independent management of the local teams within the region Americas 2; Technical and functional employee management; Planning, reporting and cost control for the area of responsibility; talent management and succession planning
Business Alignment & Goal Setting:
Drive, develop and execute the Global Operational Excellence strategy within the region incl. definition of regional OpEx PDM
Productivity Improvement and implementation of standards:
Analysis and improvement of organizational and technical production processes and procedures with the aim of avoiding waste and increase productivity; Development and sustainable implementation of local or global standards; Establishment and execution of Audits (i.e. LPA, RPA)
Project Management within the scope of Operational Excellence:
Independent lead of cross-functional teams and execution of local and international improvement projects incl. responsibility for results and profitability studies (especially Cockpit and Kaizen projects with high implementation risk)
Knowledge exchange and transfer:
Collaboration & Exchange of Good Practices; Coordination and execution of trainings and workshops based on well-founded moderation techniques
Qualifications
University degree in engineering (or comparable); preferably mechanical engineering, process management, engineering or technology; At least 5 years of relevant work experience in the field of Operational Excellence and in-depth knowledge of LEAN production (preferred: and quality systems); Several years of professional experience in project leadership and management within the scope of international projects; Deep knowledge and experience in LEAN management and methodology and continuous improvement; Experience in the independent lead and implementation of local and international projects and workshops (preferred: Project Management training according to PMI); Experience in Six Sigma and structured problem solving; Development, implementation and execution of corporate strategies; Strategic and analytical mindset, with a high degree of self initiative and hands-on mentality; Advanced level of using Microsoft Office (experience how to maintain BOM & Routing in SAP advantageous); Technical affinity and experience with digital processes and solutions.
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.
Additional Information
Kimberly Murray
1-828-449-1820
Kimberly.murray@freudenberg-filter.com