Manager - Industrial Engineering Location: Joplin, MO, US, 64804 Job Requisition ID: 37190 Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities. **Your Key Responsibilities** Join our dynamic team at Schaeffler and lead the evolution of our production systems! As the Manager of Industrial Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and efficiency across our processes, ensuring the highest levels of productivity and performance. We are looking for a visionary leader who can transform strategic engineering concepts into operational excellence. **Key Responsibilities:** + Spearhead the continuous enhancement and adaptation of the Schaeffler production system within your designated area of the organization, fostering a culture of improvement and excellence. + Maximize productivity across core and support production processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. + Drive key engineering initiatives that promote continuous improvement, optimizing production workflows and processes. + Craft and implement an engineering strategy that aligns with our core organizational objectives and industry standards. + Align capacity demand with budget considerations and strategic investment projects, optimizing resource allocation and project execution. + Analyze production performance metrics to pinpoint areas for optimization, implementing solutions that drive efficiency and performance. + Lead and inspire the Industrial Engineering team, harnessing their talents to achieve organizational targets and breakthrough results. **Your Qualifications** Minimum: + Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field + 5 years of experience in a relevant technical and leadership role, with a proven track record of success in industrial engineering and process improvement + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Effective communication, teamwork, and knowledge of industry standards + Goal and results oriented + Experience leading functional and cross-functional teams + External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship Preferred: + Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or similar + Proficiency in CAD software and mechanical engineering principles + Experience within automotive OEM and/or bearing manufacturing environments **Our Offering** + Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind. + Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future. + Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. + Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment. See all of our benefits at:Schaeffler Benefits (http://www.schaefflerbenefits.com/) As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves. Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application. Information on our understanding of leadership can be found here: www.schaeffler.com/leadership . www.schaeffler.com/careers **Your contact** Schaeffler Group USA Inc. Jason Gould Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Keywords: Production Engineering; **Nearest Major Market:** Joplin **Job Segment:** Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineer, Aerospace Engineering, Drafting, Engineering, Automotive