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Schaeffler Group USA


Accelerated Leadership Program – Manufacturing Leadership

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Recruitment began on October 9, 2025
and the job listing Expires on April 9, 2026
Cheraw, SC Full-time
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Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? 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 Responsibilities

Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking eager Engineers for our manufacturing facility in Cheraw, SC. 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 Cheraw, SC. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Cheraw, SC is guaranteed.

 

In this manufacturing leadership program, our Engineers…

 

  • 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
  • Company housing for the duration of the program (two years) and a competitive salary and benefits
  • Become equipped for your guaranteed Production Leader position upon graduation

Your Qualifications

For this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and their professional growth.

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Engineering or Engineering Technology
  • 3.0 minimum GPA
  • At least two rotations of relevant co-ops or internships
  • Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
  • Leadership experience or exposure preferred
  • Thorough understanding of engineering principals
  • Excellent Organization and Communication skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Willingness to relocate every 6 months

Our Offering

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

See all our Benefits on www.schaefflerbenefits.com

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

 

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

 

www.schaeffler.com/careers

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Center for Career and Professional Development, Clemson University
Phone
(864) 656-6000
Email
careercenter@clemson.edu
Website
https://career.clemson.edu
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2nd Floor, Nieri Family Alumni and Visitors Center
220 Madren Center Drive
Clemson, SC 29634-4007

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