Plant Production, Operations, Production Operator

Freudenberg Group; Morganfield (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group's Vibracoustic USA Inc. in Kentucky seeks a production operator to run a single machine or range of equipment, following SOPs and recipes. You will handle molding-related tasks, load inserts, and help meet output and scrap targets while maintaining safety and 5S standards.

This entry-level position offers on‑the‑job training, opportunities to cross-train on multiple machines, and a pathway to develop production and quality skills in a diverse manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED preferred.
• Entry level position; 0-2 years’ production or assembly experience.
• On the job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment per SOPs and work instructions to meet output and quality targets.
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S; report issues affecting output or product quality.
• Assist with packaging, loading materials, and completing required production documents.

Skills

Production

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

Operation of a single machine or a wide range of production equipment in accordance with work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOP), mixing and/or compound recipes, visual standards and other Company policies and procedures. Types of equipment used may include but not be limited to production machines or lines, assembly presses, air hoses, cryogenic machines, mixers, notchers, balancers, washers, paint booths, pneumatic drills, opening/closing guns, etc. May use hand truck, pallet jack, pneumatic lift tables and other assistive devices.
May be responsible for the application of mold release and/or cleaning of mold, tools and other production equipment. Where applicable, is responsible for ensuring inserts are properly loaded into tools/cavities prior to molding.
Achieves or exceeds individual or team output as well as scrap targets. Depending upon the site and/or operation, employees may be responsible for a high volume of finished products (up to 10,000 parts per shift)
Proactively notifies lead operators, production supervision, equipment maintenance, quality and other personnel as appropriate of issues negatively impacting output or product quality.
Process rejected material/product for review and/or rework based upon the Company’s guidelines. Operator may be required to trim, buff, rework and or assemble parts as part of the production process.
May be cross‑trained in product inspection; if so, is expected to have a working knowledge of quality standards and alerts and to ensure specifications are being satisfied.
Places conforming product into the proper boxes, totes or other approved packing containers. Ensures proper tracking and/or classification of rejected product.
Ensures job tickets, box labels, transfer tags, inspection stamps and other key data and/or documents are completed as required.
May stack or load bins, boxes or totes of raw materials or finished goods.
Places non-conforming product into the designated discard or material review areas.
Performs required daily/weekly/monthly equipment checks.
Over time, may be able to identify issues negatively impacting equipment performance or product/material scrap.

Maintains good housekeeping/5S at all times to ensure a clean, organized and safe work area.
May participate in problem solving activities or teams geared toward continuous improvement.
May update visual control boards or complete other production reports.
Provides support as needed during site visits by customers, auditors and other guests.
Ensures compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations in the workplace. Recognizes unsafe conditions and
reports them immediately.
May be cross‑trained on multiple machines or functions and will be expected to complete job‑specific training as required.
Performs all other duties as may be assigned or required.

Qualifications:

High school education or GED preferred

Entry level position; 0-2 years’ production or assembly experience.

On the job training will be provided.

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.

Vibracoustic USA Inc.