Process Engineering & Maintenance Manager

Vibracoustic is a leading global automotive supplier, providing customized solutions that add comfort to mobility by reducing noise and vibration in vehicles. As part of the Freudenberg Group, we foster an innovative and forward‑thinking mindset. We are looking for proactive and entrepreneurial team players who are curious, and motivated to grow. At Vibracoustic, you will enjoy a safe and collaborative environment and global opportunities.

Ready to drive comfort with us?

Morganfield, KY

On‑Site

Vibracoustic USA Inc.

• Coordinates and oversees the job responsibilities of the Process Engineer and maintenance staff
• Responsible for process engineering and maintenance annual budget
• Create and correct controlled mold spec files.
• Print prep spec cards and de‑flash spec cards as needed when updating controlled spec sheets and distribute to department foreman.
• Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Establish machine set up specification and work instructions.
• Train and assist operators when needed.
• Travel to customer plants for quality problems.
• Amend existing spec sheets, when needed.
• Improve the processability of existing parts, reduce scrap, and reduce cost.
• Directs the plant maintenance leadership
• Defines preventative maintenance strategy
• Ensures critical spare parts inventory is maintained.
• Leadership of process engineering and maintenance departments
• Work with the machine shop to have new fixtures and components created for new jobs.
• Work with machine shop to have existing molds revised and required.
• Studies specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data.
• Confer with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Selects standard items such as bushings and tool bits to incorporate into tool design.
• Duties include the responsibility for the final part quality including the obligation to shut down processes producing discrepant material.
• Draw preliminary sketches and prepares layout and detail drawings.
• Modifies tool designs according to trial or production service data to improve tool life or performance.
• Maintain the latest revision levels of external engineering standards applicable to this manufacturing location.

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four‑year college or university in appropriate technical field.
• Five or more years related experience as a controls engineer or equivalent experience.

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Paid Holidays: With paid‑time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Family Insurance Plan: All‑important health protection for self, spouse and eligible children.

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