Production Operator: APU & Continuous Improvement

Valeo; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Production Operator to join its Production - J team in Wisconsin. This full-time, permanent role focuses on safety, quality and continuous improvement within an Autonomous Production Unit (APU).

The position emphasizes adherence to ISO/TS standards, 5S discipline and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives as Valeo advances electrification and connected mobility.

Qualifications

• Adherence to safety standards and QRQC
• Attention to quality and efficiency in manufacturing
• Maintaining 5S at each workstation
• Ability to diagnose deviations and escalate when needed

Responsibilities

• Understand safety and compliance standards (V5000, TS16949, IATF 16949, ISO 14001) and follow QRQC
• Perform first level maintenance (PMs) and first piece inspection at shift start; maintain 5S
• Understand flexibility and multiskilling requirements in the APU and verify display visuals
• Detect deviations in safety, quality and efficiency and stop production if needed
• Participate in VPS workshops and contribute to continuous improvement
• Attend 5 minute APU meetings and communicate supply shortages to team lead

Skills

Safety compliance

Quality awareness

5S workplace organization

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Valeo, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Production Operator to join its Production - J team in Wisconsin. This full-time, permanent role focuses on safety, quality and continuous improvement within an Autonomous Production Unit (APU).

The position emphasizes adherence to ISO/TS standards, 5S discipline and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives as Valeo advances electrification and connected mobility.