Operator

freudenberg; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking a production associate to support material handling and ensure timely delivery to the production line. You will monitor ongoing processes to maintain efficiency and quality, and perform routine quality inspections. You will collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot issues and apply lean principles for continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and teamwork in a diverse environment. A high school diploma and basic math skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Familiarity with process control systems, quality checks, and inspection.
• Ability to read a ruler and understand fractions, and demonstrate basic math skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration in a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Handle materials and ensure timely delivery to production line.
• Monitor production process for efficiency and quality.
• Conduct regular quality inspections for deviations.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot operational challenges.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform packing and material handling as required.
• Maintain safety, quality, and continuous improvement focus.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading rulers & fractions

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Handle materials and ensure their efficient and timely delivery to the production line
• Monitor the production process to ensure optimal efficiency and quality output
• Conduct regular quality inspections to identify any deviations or issues in the production process
• Collaborate closely with team members to troubleshoot and address any operational challenges
• Practice lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Perform packing and material handling tasks as required
• Demonstrates a deliberate focus on safety, quality, continuous improvement
• Performs other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Familiarity with process control systems, quality checks, and inspection
• Must be able to read a ruler and understand fractions, and demonstrate basic math skills
• Must be able to work well with others and in a diverse workforce environment

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.

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)