Maintenance Technician

Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds, paper impregnation chemicals, and other process chemical specialties and additives, with manufacturing and R & D operations in North and South America, Europe, India, and Asia that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of providing innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic, wood composite, and paper impregnation industries.

Some of your Benefits

Education Reimbursement: Receive financial aid to help propel your career to the next level.

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

Howell, MI

On-Site

Chem-Trend Limited Partnership

Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment in both manufacturing and office settings.
• Conduct routine inspections for safety and regulatory compliance, including ladders, fire extinguishers, steam traps, fleet vehicles, and more.
• Provide general building maintenance and support services such as furniture relocation, lighting repairs, HVAC monitoring, and office upkeep.
• Calibrate equipment as needed and respond to on-call duties, including steam generator repairs and other urgent maintenance needs.
• Carry out plant maintenance tasks such as pump and hose repairs, grounding, cleaning, and painting.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures while accurately processing maintenance work orders to maintain up-to-date records.
• Support overall facility operations by ensuring timely repairs, compliance, and documentation across all maintenance activities.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in commercial/industrial plumbing or preventive maintenance.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Familiarity with safety protocols including confined space entry, lockout/tagout, spill response, and fire safety (preferred).
• Experience with equipment such as pumps, mixers, steam generators, air compressors, and HVAC systems (preferred).
• Availability for occasional off-shift work and Saturday overtime
• Ability to communicate effectively and exchange accurate information.
  
  

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.