Production Operator

Freudenberg Group; Morganfield (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking an entry-level production operator to operate a range of production equipment in accordance with SOPs and work instructions. The role emphasizes accuracy in loading materials, maintaining clean and organized work areas, and following safety protocols.

Training will be provided; English and math comprehension are essential. The position focuses on achieving output targets and quality standards while supporting continuous improvement efforts within the manufacturing

Qualifications

• Entry level position; 0-2 years’ production or assembly experience.
• On the job training will be provided.
• Solid English and math comprehension skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment following work instructions and SOPs.
• May use hand truck, pallet jack, and other assistive devices as needed.
• Load inserts into tools/cavities and assist with mold handling where applicable.
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S in the work area.
• Report issues impacting output or quality to lead operators or supervision.
• Support continuous improvement and participate in problem solving activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Math proficiency

Job description

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Responsibilities:

Operation of a single machine or a wide range of production equipment in accordance with work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOP), visual standards and other Company policies and procedures. 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.

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.

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:

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

On the job training will be provided.

Solid English and math comprehension skills

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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