FES Trainee/Intern

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

As a Trainee FES (Faurecia Excellence System) and Productivity Engineer, you will support the implementation of operational excellence initiatives while gaining hands-on experience across production, lean management, and productivity improvement activities.

Support FES Excellence Initiatives

• Support the deployment of FES standards and continuous improvement actions within the plant
• Assist in implementing standardized work and lean manufacturing practices
• Participate in FES training sessions and improvement workshops
• Contribute to lead time reduction and continuous flow improvement projects
• Support the deployment and monitoring of digital tools such as NEO, DMC, and mLean
• Help collect and analyze operational data
• Participate in sharing plant best practices

Support Productivity & Waste Reduction Projects

• Identify productivity improvement opportunities within plant operations
• Participate in productivity workshops and continuous improvement activities
• Support waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and bottleneck analysis initiatives
• Monitor KPIs and support action plan follow-up
• Participate in problem-solving activities related to scrap and yield improvement

Contribute to Continuous Improvement Culture

• Promote lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on operational excellence projects
• Support communication and engagement around FES initiatives
• Contribute to operational performance improvement initiatives

Your profile and competencies to succeed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in manufacturing operations, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement
• First experience in a production or industrial environment through internships or academic projects is a plus
• Basic understanding of process improvement and KPI monitoring
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to adapt and work in a dynamic environment
• Interest in change management and operational excellence
• Basic understanding of operational and business performance indicators is a plus
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; knowledge of lean manufacturing tools is a plus

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 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 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, 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 2045.

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.

Salary Range: EUR 1