Process Engineer Etching & Molding (m/f/d)

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YOUR FUTURE EMPLOYER

From its foundation 185 years ago as a soap and candle start-up, P&G today is a leading consumer goods company. We are home to iconic, trusted brands that touch 5 billion consumers worldwide and make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways.

Our people are our greatest asset: with our philosophy of promotion from within, we place strong emphasis on employee development and are committed to finding and fostering world-class talent. Learn from our inspiring leaders, shape our supportive and welcoming culture, and place your personal development at the core of your work!

With 8 manufacturing sites, 3 European Process & Engineering hubs and the German Innovation Center our sites in Germany are at the center of breakthrough technologies behind our products.

In Germany, we have a strong manufacturing presence with leading brands such as Gillette, Braun, Oral-B, Pampers, Always and Wick. Are you ready to take end-to-end responsibility for a production line and drive its performance and continuous improvement?

Join our team at our manufacturing site in Walldürn where we produce Braun shavers and epilators for consumers around the world. Our site combines advanced manufacturing technologies, strong technical expertise and continuous innovation to deliver high-quality products every day.

YOUR ROLE

As a Process Engineer, you will take end-to-end responsibility for manufacturing processes and drive their performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities include:

• Analyze, develop, and continuously improve production processes.
• Optimize existing production equipment and automation processes.
• Coach and support line teams in structured problem-solving and continuous process improvement.
• Develop and implement standards based on root cause analysis to prevent recurring issues and ensure sustainable improvements.
• Develop and continuously improve strategies to increase process reliability and stability.
• Take on increasing leadership responsibility within the line teams.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate product and process trials.
• Plan, evaluate, and implement technical projects from concept to execution.
• Evaluate technical concepts and alternative solutions to identify development and optimization opportunities.
• Develop and implement new production equipment, systems, and technical solutions.
• Collaborate closely with equipment suppliers and other internal and external partners.

Job Qualifications

YOUR PROFILE

• You have completed, or will complete before joining us, a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field, with strong academic results.
• For roles focused on etching: Ideally, you have knowledge of chemistry, surface treatment, chemical etching, and chemical safety.
• For roles focused on molding and surface technologies: Ideally, you have knowledge of thermoplastic materials, injection molding, surface treatment, and related manufacturing processes.
• You have strong analytical skills and quickly understand complex technical challenges, combined with a structured, data-driven approach to root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• You demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills, assertiveness, and a collaborative team mindset.
• You demonstrate a high level of initiative, flexibility, and strong organizational skills.
• Ideally, you have gained practical experience through internships in an industrial or manufacturing environment and/or through international experience.
• You bring a hands-on manufacturing mindset and enjoy working directly with production teams on the shop floor.
• You take strong ownership of process stability, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• You have very good German language skills (minimum B2) and solid English skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Cutting-edge technology and tools on impactful innovations.
• Exciting work and responsibility from Day 1.
• Competitive Compensation (annual starting salary of €69,000), yearly performance-based compensation reviews and an annual bonus from your first year on.
• A permanent employment contract in a crisis-resistant market.
• Wide range of social benefits: flexible & hybrid work arrangements, christmas & vacation bonus, company pension plan, stock purchasing programs, jobticket, campus canteen & services such as fitness center, well-being program etc.
• Opportunity to engage in our various employee programs: WeBelong Team & New Hire Network activities, GABLE Network & other affinity groups, Inspirational Leadership Events, Sports groups for running & football etc.
• Collaborate & manage multi-functional teams with international spirit, work with colleagues across regions and all levels.

APPLICATION

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• CV
• Cover letter (optional)
• Copy of university diploma and transcript
• Copy of relevant work, internship and volunteering certificates or reference letters

Please upload all documents in the "CV/Resume" field. Incomplete applications may lead to delays in the recruitment process.

AT P&G #WESEEEQUAL

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