Full-Time

Production Associate

Posted on 12/13/2025

Freudenberg Group

Freudenberg Group

10,001+ employees

Global group manufacturing seals, cleaning, textiles

Compensation Overview

$19/hr

Shakopee, MN, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Requirements
  • High School Diploma, technical training, or an equivalent credential
  • 1–3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment (preferred)
  • Ability to read work orders, safety instructions, or operating manuals written in English
  • Basic computer skills (preferred)
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
  • Flexibility and reliability to work various shifts as needed
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
  • Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a semi-regular basis
Responsibilities
  • Pulling product, production, and quality inspections on all production work orders
  • Recording batch and cure dates accurately
  • Reading work orders and identifying any special requirements and packaging instructions
  • Monitoring line performance regarding output and uptime
  • Maintaining high quality products by inspecting cord for defects on both raw materials and finished products
  • Digitally documenting process and quality data
  • Ensuring product is labeled appropriately, relabeling when necessary
  • Operating and monitoring equipment used in the production process
  • Ensuring production processes remain compliant with Quality Policies and initiates appropriate measures in case of deviations
  • Cleaning and maintaining machines and equipment; returning any extra material to its original location
  • Maintaining all safety and 5S standards
  • Adhering to all ISO standards and participating in audits
  • Cross training with all other production and warehouse staff

The Freudenberg Group is a German family-owned technology company with a wide, diversified portfolio across industrial and consumer markets. Its businesses include Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, which makes seals and sealing systems for automotive and industrial use; Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions, which markets branded cleaning products such as Vileda, O-Cedar, and Wettex; and Freudenberg Performance Materials and Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, which supply technical textiles, nonwovens, and filtration solutions for automotive, construction, medical, and other sectors. The products range from high-tech industrial components to consumer cleaning goods sold through retail channels, produced and distributed globally. The group differentiates itself by family ownership, broad diversification across markets and products, and an integrated approach that serves multiple cycles and customers, aiming to grow its global portfolio while preserving long-term ownership.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Weinheim, Germany

Founded

1849

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Nilfisk takeover completed April 2026 adds 4,500 employees and cleaning machines in 100 countries.
  • Eulip acquisition strengthens Capol's food ingredients with specialized vegetable oils.
  • Full Japan Vilene ownership from Toray bolsters technical textiles and filtration businesses.

What critics are saying

  • Nilfisk integration destroys value through synergies failure and talent exodus by 2028.
  • Automotive OEM revenue collapses as EV transition erodes sealing demand by 2029.
  • Family governance paralyzes M&A decisions during market transitions by 2030.

What makes Freudenberg Group unique

  • Family-owned since 1849, Freudenberg diversifies across seals, textiles, filters, and cleaning.
  • Global leader in sealing for automotive and e-mobility via Freudenberg Sealing Technologies.
  • AI Innovation Center in USA integrates AI into material development for seals and filters.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company News

Berlingske Media
Feb 19th, 2026
Nilfisk shareholders get more time to consider $158-per-share takeover bid from Freudenberg

Nilfisk shareholders have until 8 April to accept a takeover offer from German conglomerate Freudenberg, the Danish company announced Thursday. The deadline was extended from this week. Freudenberg offered DKK 140 per share in December, valuing Nilfisk at nearly DKK 3.8 billion. The deal requires acceptance from shareholders representing over 90% of shares. Currently, shareholders holding 81.2% have accepted. Major shareholders Kirkbi Invest, Ferd and PrimeStone Capital, along with Nilfisk's board and management, controlling 50.9% of shares, committed to accepting in December. If successful, Freudenberg intends to delist Nilfisk from the Danish stock exchange. Founded in 1906, Nilfisk manufactures cleaning machines and employs approximately 4,500 people globally, selling products in over 100 countries.

Finance Community
Dec 3rd, 2025
Freudenberg Italia acquires Eulip to strengthen Capol's food ingredients business

Freudenberg Italia has acquired Eulip, a Parma-based manufacturer of specialised vegetable oils and fats. Eulip will join Capol, the food and beverage ingredients business unit of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities. The parties agreed not to disclose financial details of the transaction. Deloitte advised Freudenberg Italia on financial and tax matters, with a team led by partner Paolo Cosentino and senior partner Giorgio Orlandini. Hogan Lovells provided legal counsel. Eulip was advised by Houlihan Lokey, led by managing partner Tommaso Lillo, on transaction structuring. EY partners Marco Ginnasi and Eliana Basile handled accounting and tax matters, whilst Sutich – Barbieri – Sutich provided legal advice. Founded in 1946, Eulip is recognised for its portfolio of specialised vegetable oils and fats and customised solutions.

Sustainable Nonwovens
Dec 2nd, 2025
Freudenberg Acquires Full Japan Vilene Stake

Freudenberg Group has acquired the remaining 25% stake in Japan Vilene Company from its joint venture partner, Toray Industries, thereby strengthening its technical textiles and filtration businesses.

Nonwovens Industry
Mar 25th, 2025
Freudenberg Performance Materials Appoints CFO

He succeeds Marco Altherr, who is leaving the Freudenberg Group at his own request with effect from March 31, 2025, to take on new challenges outside the company.

PrimeView
Nov 27th, 2024
Freudenberg strengthens commitment to India with new product launches at CPhI & PMEC 2024

Freudenberg Medical recently announced the PharmaFocus(R) Premium ASTC UV-Shield Tubing, which is specifically intended for photosensitive pharmaceuticals and has a platinum-cured silicone interior and an opaque exterior to maintain the integrity and stability of light-sensitive fluids.

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