Operations Leadership Development Program

Job Description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

New trends and expectations are reshaping the automotive industry. Inspired by the exciting new challenges associated with this revolution, FORVIA anticipates the future of mobility developing cutting-edge solutions for smart life on board and sustainable mobility. If you’re willing to contribute and create value for tomorrow’s cleaner and smarter mobility, FORVIA is the place to be.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

FORVIA North America is looking for an associate who is committed to their long term growth and development with Faurecia. The Operational Leadership Development Program (ODP) focuses on three functions; Production Supervision, Faurecia Excellence System (process and manufacturing standardization and efficiency), and Material Management. The program is designed to be a three year commitment, consisting of 9-12 month rotations that are cross functional. These rotation cycles and entry points are flexible to account for changes in staffing. Upon completion of the program, the OLDP Associate will take on a demanding and challenging role in their core field.

The main objectives of the three rotations for the ODP Associate are defined below.

Production Supervisor

Purpose of this rotation : Learn shop floor production and personnel management

• Shadow experienced Production Supervisor to learn the role in operations
• Operating in role of Production Supervisor for limited population
• Learn all aspects of Supervisor responsbility (as outlined in Supervisor Development Guide)
• Lead Quality, Cost & Delivery performance for designated group / area
• Manage & develop personnel in assigned group / area
• Ensure that working conditions are fully compliant with HSE standards of facility
• Assist lead supervisor with any additional tasks as assigned

FES&P Specialist

Purpose of this rotation : Learn the Faurecia lean manufacturing principles (FES) and their practical application

Material Planner or Improvement Coordinator

Purpose of this rotation : Learn material control aspects of Production Control & Logistics

Your profile and competencies to succeed

The ideal candidate will have / be :

What we can do for you

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than , people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June , we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than .

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.