Plant Engineering Manager

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Overall responsibilities and duties:
Within the plant, manage processes and people.

The main missions of the role are:
o Ensure that series production meets customer requirements,
o Support to the continuous improvement process,
o Ensure the plant readiness to launch successful new programs,
o Manage and report key ME indicators.

Series production:
o Procurement of manufacturing equipment under consideration of demanded, security, quality and environmental protection and their preservation,
o Equipment and tooling follow-up,
o Support the engineering change management process,
o Update manufacturing routines and work instructions,
o Keep processes (machines, tools, procedures) at best possible level in compliance with HSE regulations and QCD,
o Build the engineering budget and the plant CAPEX; and ensure their application,
o Management of the plant central maintenance,
o Monitor capacity utilization,
o Keep plant lay-out updated,
o Plan, monitor and coordinate the work of external companies,
o Create and introduce procedures regarding the tasks of his field of responsibility
o Support problem solving initiatives.

Continuous improvement process:
Support the continuous improvement process in the following areas: Labor, Quality, Equipment and tooling, Space, Work conditions.
Plant readiness to launch new programs:
o Participate in the definition of the production process and selection of machines and tools,
o Define plant layout to support new product launches in line with MIFA,
o Oversee the installation process of new machines and equipment,
o Support production in the start of new processes to ensure a successful SOP (initial samples, run @ rate, work instructions).

People Management:
o Staff, train, coach, assess and develop the plant ME team (direct or dotted line),
o Support and train other networks/functions (PSE, QSE…),
o Participation in the management of the expertise network (knowledge capitalization).

Reporting:
o Manage ME key indicators (TRS: change over, cycle time, reliability…).

Your profile and competencies to succeed

The ideal candidate will have/be:
Minimum education level: Bachelor's degree in engineering required. Master’s degree in engineering preferred,
Experience : At least 5 years of experience in production area, including one position in Manufacturing Engineering,
Skills and competencies
o Trained in Faurecia Excellence System and Program Management System,
o Basic financial skills (costing, budget, investment),
o Leadership skills,
o Ability to interface with other functions - Networking capabilities,
o Strong TPM & PM backgroun required,
o Machine controls (PLC programming) , robotic automation skills,
o strong technical problem solving using machine data and data analytics
o International mindset,
o English required,
o Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen.