Production Associate

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Shakopee, MN, USA
In-Office
19-19 Hourly
Entry level
Other • Automation • Manufacturing
The Role
Operate production line and equipment while ensuring safety, quality, ISO and 5S compliance. Perform production and quality inspections, record batch/cure dates, read work orders, pick and put away materials (using forklift/cherry picker), label products, document process data digitally, maintain uptime, clean equipment, and participate in audits and continuous improvement activities.
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Responsibilities:

The Production Associate is responsible for operating a production line, while ensuring adherence to company standards for safety, clean environment, quality, and productivity in order to meet customer requirements.

  • Responsible for pulling product, production, and quality inspections on all production work orders.

  • Responsible for recording batch and cure dates accurately.

  • Will read work orders and identify any special requirements and packaging instructions.

  • Responsible for the line performance regarding output and uptime

  • Responsible for maintaining high-quality products by inspecting cord for defects on both raw materials and finished products.

  • Picking product or material using forklift/ cherry picker for production operations.

  • Putting away product or material from production operations.

  • Digitally documents process and quality data.

  • Responsible for ensuring product is labeled appropriately, relabeling when necessary.

  • Operates and monitors equipment used in the production process.

  • Ensures production processes remain compliant with Quality Policies and initiates appropriate measures in case of deviations.

  • Cleans and maintains machines and equipment; return any extra material to its original location.

  • Maintain all safety and 5S standards.

  • Will adhere to all ISO standards and participate in audits.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, Technical Training, or equivalent degree.
High level of commitment and flexibility.
Willingness and ability to work shifts.
Willingness and resilience to meet the physical demands of the position.
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and consistently changing environment.

Ability to identify, pull, splice, and vulcanize appropriate materials per the work order.

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a semi regular basis. 

Basic-Level English language skills preferred to read instructions and safety manuals.

Basic computer skills (preferred).
Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues.
Value for Customers: Delivers superior value through commitment to quality, service and reliability.
Innovation: Applies and shares ideas and best practices. Ensures and engages in continuous improvement activities. 
Drive & Execution: Shows initiative and a positive attitude to get things done. Embraces challenges and demonstrated a good level of energy. 

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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-NOK General Partnership

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma, Technical Training, or equivalent degree.
  • Willingness and ability to work shifts.
  • Willingness and resilience to meet the physical demands of the position.
  • Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and consistently changing environment.
  • High level of commitment and flexibility.
  • Ability to identify, pull, splice, and vulcanize appropriate materials per the work order.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a semi-regular basis.
  • Basic-Level English language skills to read instructions and safety manuals.
  • Basic computer skills.

Freudenberg Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Freudenberg Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Freudenberg Group.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare is considered strong at many U.S. sites, with low‑cost options, HSA contributions, and on‑site clinics in some locations.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is standard across U.S. entities, though exact match mechanics differ by business group and year.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off is often described as good, with some locations offering generous holiday schedules.

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The Company
HQ: Weinheim
17,448 Employees

What We Do

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products. Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 170-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action. In 2022, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 51,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.7 billion. Learn more about us and visit our digital home at freudenberg.com and read the stories that make us Freudenberg.​ Visit and follow us at www.freudenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/freudenberg.group/ www.youtube.com/FreudenbergGroup www.facebook.com/freudenberggroup *** Netiquette *** We look forward to receiving your comments and posts. On behalf of all users, we ask for constructive contributions, mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. All contributions will be checked and we reserve the right to delete contributions. This applies in particular to unlawful content, incorrect statements, advertising for third parties, spam or slander. In addition, we reserve the right to remove comments that are otherwise inappropriate or incorrect. Contributions made by external users do not necessarily reflect Freudenberg’s opinion. Please find our data protect information here: https://www.freudenberg.com/fileadmin/downloads/english/2020-11_DataProtectionInformation_SocialMedia_EN.pdf

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