Production Associate

Klüber Lubrication NA LP

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Shakopee, MN Until 9/9/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 11, 2026 Last posted July 11, 2026
Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

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
About this role

Summary

Operate production line, ensure quality, safety compliance, and document process data.

Job title

Production Associate

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Must be located in Shakopee, MN; remote work not allowed.

Salary

$0k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

reading work orderssafety standardsequipment operationbasic computer skills

Preferred skills

basic Englishphysical resilience

Specializations

production linequality inspectionsequipment operationISO standards
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Shakopee, MN, USA

On-site City