Process Technician RA-1

Freudenberg Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Durham, NC is seeking a hands-on Operations Associate to support the production line with materials handling, quality checks, and lean improvements.

You will read measurements, assist with process controls, operate forklift, and collaborate to maintain safety and efficiency on the floor; previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read a ruler and fractions and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Handle materials and ensure timely delivery to production lines.
• Monitor production for efficiency and quality output.
• Conduct regular quality inspections to identify deviations.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot operational challenges.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform packing and material handling tasks as required.
• Serve as main backup when leader is absent.
• Follow safety, quality, and process procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Team collaboration

Reading measurements

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Process controls

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

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
• Main backup when RA-1 Lead Operator is absent and as needed
• Performs other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education and /or Work Experience Requirements: 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
• Forklift experience is required
• Must be able to work well with others and in a diverse workforce environment

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Ability to sit, stand for the majority of the shift
• Ability to walk, jump, twist, turn, stop, bend, push, pull, squat, crawl, kneel, climb, balance, drive, reach above shoulder, repetitive hand/wrist movement, forearm rotation.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipment

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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