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Fort Mill, SC-based Schaeffler Promoted Uwe Wagner as Chief Technology Officer
About the Company
The Schaeffler Group is a global integrated automotive and industrial supplier. Highest quality, outstanding technology, and strong innovative ability represent the basis for the Schaeffler Group`s lasting success. The Schaeffler Group makes a key contribution to “Mobility for tomorrow” with high-precision components and systems in engine, transmission, and chassis applications as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a large number of industrial applications. The company generated sales of approximately 13.3 billion euros in 2016. With around 87,900 employees worldwide, Schaeffler is one of the world`s largest family companies and, with approximately 170 locations in over 50 countries, has a worldwide network of manufacturing locations, research and development facilities, and sales companies. As a forward-looking company, the Schaeffler Group has invested significant amounts in research and development. Around 6,700 employees work on new products and technologies in 17 research and development centers all over the world. We own the rights to about 24,000 patents and patent applications and more than 2,300 inventions are filed for patent applications every year. We are characterized by creative engineering and unconventional solutions. Our employees` creativity and speed and their awareness of the importance of their personal performance ensure that we maintain our competitive edge. Our personnel development is characterized by continuing education. As a global player with sophisticated products, we need qualified and dedicated employees. At Schaeffler you`ll find a wide range of tasks and challenges in a very wide range of departments and you have many opportunities to apply yourself and your knowledge.
About the Person
Uwe Wagner is Chief Technology Officer at Schaeffler. Previously, Uwe held various senior IT leadership roles in the industry.
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