Freudenberg Group

Lean Engineer

Freudenberg Group  •  Bristol, CT (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of Kaizen events, ensuring measurable improvements and clear communication of results across the site.
  • Drive site-wide continuous improvement initiatives, aligning efforts with broader operational excellence and business objectives.
  • Train and coach teams on Lean principles, tools, and sustainability practices to build internal capability and long-term impact.
  • Partner cross-functionally to identify inefficiencies and implement practical, value-driven solutions in manufacturing and operations.
  • Mentor and develop Continuous Improvement team members and site champions to strengthen a high-performance improvement culture.
  • Actively participate in and contribute to a broader Continuous Improvement/SME network, sharing best practices and advancing strategic initiatives.
  • Lead by example by fostering a proactive, accountable, and growth-focused culture aligned with company values.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • 7–10 years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or process improvement roles.
  • 3–5 years of experience leading projects, initiatives, or teams in a manufacturing or operations environment.
  • Demonstrated success driving measurable improvements (productivity, quality, cost, safety, or lead time).
  • Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, etc.).
  • Experience working in cross-functional or matrix organizations, influencing stakeholders at multiple levels.
  • Hands-on leadership style with strong coaching, facilitation, and change management skills.

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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.

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About Freudenberg Group

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 175-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action.

In 2024, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 52,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.95 billion.

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Weinheim, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
freudenberg.com
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