Job Description
-Responsible for ramp-up of new products and process, considering recipe, reinforcements, alternative raw materials, compound, cost reduction, new products and process evaluation and approval. Focused on management of: projects, changes, competitiveness and local portfolio.
-Manage product specific ramp-up or change projects for e.g. new products, new materials, new equipment or new / relocated production processes;
-Translate business / project / product specific requirements into tangible impacts on plant (e.g. invest, capacity, capability) and assess plant readiness;
-Update of product specific production specifications (i.e. production process characteristics and parameters) according to standards;
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-Update of product specific production flow chart, production control plan and work;
-Perform product specific testing and start-up of production process and pre-series production and handover to production;
-Update of product specific process FMEA;
-Identify and implement product optimization potential (e.g. raw material replacement) in running;
-Proactive solving of quality issues regarding customer complaints and reject rate (in close cooperation with Q);
-Identify and implement technical production processes optimization potential regarding quality, efficiency and capability.
-Implement internal PPI standards (e.g. materials, processes, parameters, KPIs etc.);
Initiation and implementation of continuous improvement by applying CBS methods and training measures.
Additional Information
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Qualifications
-Engineering Bachelor's degree.
-Fluent English;
-Lean Manufacturing knowledge;
-Rubber manufacturing Knowledge.
Differentials:
-Experience with project management;
-Experience with APQP;
-Experience with compound development;
-Worked with international teams.
Company Description
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for the sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company provides safe, efficient, smart and affordable solutions for vehicles, machinery, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of 33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. With its premium portfolio of the division of cars, trucks, buses, two-wheelers and special tires, the Tires sector of the group provides innovative solutions in the area of tire technology. Smart products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialized dealers and fleet managers, the Tires sector offers digital tire monitoring and management systems, in addition to other services, with the objective of guaranteeing the operation of fleets and increasing their efficiency. With the supplied tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.
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