Vulcanization Process & Reliability Engineer

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Responsibilities:

Asset Reliability

Analyze downtime trends for presses and vulcanization lines

Improve MTBF and reduce repeat failures

Develop reliability-centered maintenance strategies

Standardize press rebuild and overhaul practices

Process Parameter Control

Monitor and control key vulcanization parameters (temperature, pressure, cure time, Vacuum)

Validate press control logic for parameter stability

Identify process drift and variation trends

Partner with Automation Engineer to improve control loop performance

Ensure parameter alignment with Control Plan

Production Support

Provide real-time troubleshooting during production issues

Support startup and validation after downtime events

Reduce unplanned production interruptions

Improve cycle consistency

Scrap & Quality Reduction

Analyze scrap trends related to cure parameters

Lead root cause investigations (8D / 5 Why/Cause Map)

Develop corrective actions to eliminate repeat scrap

Partner with Quality and Production to stabilize processes

Predictive & Condition Monitoring

Use thermal imaging, pressure validation, and condition monitoring tools

Identify early failure indicators in heating systems and hydraulics

Develop predictive maintenance roadmap for presses

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year college or university in appropriate technical field.

Two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient computer skills.

Good problem solving skills.

Ability to work in a team setting.

Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

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.