Accelerated Leadership Program - Manufacturing Leadership Path

Schaeffler

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About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key ResponsibilitiesSchaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking eager Engineers for our manufacturing facility in Armada, Michigan. This is a two-year manufacturing leadership development program comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure. Each rotation can be located at any of our facilities throughout the North American Region (USA, Mexico and Canada), including the possibility for international rotations. The first rotation will start in Armada, Michigan. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Armada, Michigan is guaranteed.

In this manufacturing leadership program, you will...

Partner with a mentor who is an experienced professional engineering manager to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler
Gain knowledge alongside experts in areas such as production management, quality, supply chain, purchasing, and plant management
Trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasizes a mixture of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training
Leadership training and tools to develop leadership skills
Executive presentation at the end of each rotation in which their accomplishments are presented to the Executive Board, senior management, mentors and supervisors
Become equipped for your guaranteed Production Leader position upon graduation
Your QualificationsFor this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and their professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Accepting June 2026 or December 2026 graduates
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• At least two rotations of relevant co-ops or internships
• Thorough understanding of engineering principals
• Excellent Organization and Communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Willingness to relocate every 6 months

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
• Leadership experience or exposure preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with a mentor who is an experienced professional engineering manager to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler
• Gain knowledge alongside experts in areas such as production management, quality, supply chain, purchasing, and plant management
• Trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasizes a mixture of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training
• Leadership training and tools to develop leadership skills
• Executive presentation at the end of each rotation in which their accomplishments are presented to the Executive Board, senior management, mentors and supervisors
• Become equipped for your guaranteed Production Leader position upon graduation

Benefits

• Company Housing during domestic and international rotations
• 15 Days' Vacation, plus Wellness days
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K Match Up To 6%
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Appreciation Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees