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Accelerated Leadership Development Program - Manufacturing Leadership

Schaeffler schaeffler.com Open · verified Oct 19, 2026
Fort Mill Mid-level Learning & Development

At a glance

Mid-level Learning & Development role at Schaeffler. Fort Mill · no salary stated · we estimate $76,760–$118,600 across the United States.

Estimated pay

Schaeffler has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$76,760 – $118,600
What the middle half of mid-level learning & development roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 411 postings that stated pay, median $92,500. Last updated Oct 19, 2026.
RoleLearning & Development
SeniorityMid-level
LocationFort Mill
PostedSep 11, 2026 · 5w ago
Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Complete four six-month placements to build experience across manufacturing departments and facilities
  • Learn production management, quality, continuous improvement, logistics and plant operations alongside specialists
  • Work with an engineering manager mentor and apply hands-on learning, coaching and formal instruction
  • Meet development milestones and prepare to take a Production Leader role after graduation

What you bring

  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology, with a GPA of at least 3.0
  • At least two relevant co-op or internship rotations, plus a solid grasp of engineering principles
  • You can relocate every six months and, as an external applicant, work in the US without visa sponsorship

Who this fits

This mid-level development program suits someone aiming to grow into manufacturing leadership. Rotations may involve facilities across the US, Mexico and Canada, with possible international placements; the first is in Fort Mill, South Carolina. You must be willing to move every six months, and a permanent Fort Mill position is guaranteed after graduation.

From the employer

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 Responsibilities

The Accelerated Leadership Development Program 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 Fort Mill, South Carolina. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Fort Mill, South Carolina is guaranteed.

Manufacturing Leadership Path 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, continuous improvement, logistics, 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
  • Complete rotation development milestones
  • 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 (company housing provided)
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

Our Offering

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

  • 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
  • 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.

https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Sandy Annise Rice

+18035782888

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords: Administration, Services & Support; Production; Production Engineering