Procesoperator 5-ploegen

Freudenberg Group; Arnhem; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a Process Operator to join our production team in Arnhem. You will set up, run, monitor, and optimize production processes and equipment to ensure high-quality output, while performing quality checks and data recording.

The ideal candidate holds a VAPRO A diploma or equivalent, with strong technical insight into automated systems, good teamwork, and a proactive, safety-conscious mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Process Operator with manufacturing background.
• Hold at least a VAPRO A diploma or equivalent technical qualification.
• Strong technical insight and comfort with automated production systems.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to work collaboratively.
• Strong sense of responsibility with focus on quality, safety, and results.
• Experience with Lean, 5S, Kaizen is advantageous.
• Proficient with computers; MS Office; Access knowledge is a plus.
• Independent, proactive, flexible, hands-on, and motivated to develop yourself and your team.
• Forklift certificate and certifications such as VCA, BHV, or First Aid, or willing to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and optimize production processes and equipment to manufacture high-quality products.
• Perform quality checks, monitor process parameters, and take immediate corrective action when deviations occur.
• Change over and adjust machines during product changeovers and ensure efficient continuation of production.
• Identify and resolve first-line equipment malfunctions, and perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Conduct basic laboratory and quality measurements and accurately record process data.
• Actively contribute to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues from Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and Process Technology, and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Skills

Automation systems

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent and proactive

Computer proficiency

Education

VAPRO A diploma

Equivalent technical qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Access

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and optimize production processes and production equipment to manufacture high-quality products.
• Perform quality checks, monitor process parameters, and take immediate corrective action when deviations occur.
• Change over and adjust machines during product changeovers and ensure the efficient continuation of the production process.
• Identify and resolve first-line equipment malfunctions, and perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Conduct basic laboratory and quality measurements and accurately record process data.
• Actively contribute to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues from Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and Process Technology, and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Qualifications

• You have experience as a Process Operator and hold at least a VAPRO A diploma or an equivalent technical qualification.
• You have strong technical insight and are comfortable working with automated production systems.
• You possess good interpersonal and communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues.
• You have a strong sense of responsibility and a keen focus on quality, safety, and results.
• Experience with process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies (such as Lean, 5S, and Kaizen) is considered an advantage.
• You are proficient in using computers and have experience with Microsoft Office; knowledge of Microsoft Access is a plus.
• You work independently and are proactive, flexible, hands‑on, and motivated to further develop yourself and your team.
• You hold a forklift certificate and certifications such as VCA, BHV, or First Aid (EHBO), or you are willing to obtain them.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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