Manufacturing Operator

Chem-Trend; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Education Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Chem-Trend, a Freudenberg Group company, is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Operator in Howell, MI. You will be responsible for packaging and sampling chemical specialty products while strictly following safety, housekeeping, formulation, and quality procedures to maximize output.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to lift 55 pounds. Prior manufacturing experience and PPE use are emphasized for safe operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to lift 55-pound bags, pails or boxes to 3–4 feet.
• Ability to bend, squat, twist and reach overhead.
• Personal protective equipment is required to avoid risk of illness or injury from chemicals and high‑pressure systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pumping equipment, containers, and sampling of both hazardous and non-hazardous products while following all safety precautions and procedures.
• Operate a hi-lo to facilitate the movement of materials.
• Document contents of each waste tote and/or drum; ensure sampling, storage and labeling are correct, noting waste type distinctions.
• Maintain all relevant batch processing instructions.
• Clean and respond to chemical spills safely using appropriate safety equipment.
• Demonstrate good time management and ability to multi-task.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Good computer skills

Physical ability

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Education Reimbursement: Receive financial aid to help propel your career to the next level.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Howell, MI

On-Site

Chem-Trend Limited Partnership

Chem-Trend is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Operator that will be responsible for packages and sample chemical specialty products, following strict safety, housekeeping, formulation and quality procedures while maximizing output.

Manufacturing Operator

Responsibilities

• Prepare pumping equipment, containers, and sampling of both hazardous and non-hazardous products while following all safety precautions and procedures.
• Operate a hi-lo to facilitate the movement of materials.
• Document pertinent information for the contents of each waste tote and/or drum; ensure each container is sampled, stored, and labeled correctly noting distinction between waste types.
• Maintain all relevant batch processing instructions.
• Clean and respond to chemical spills safely, using appropriate safety equipment. Although spills are rare at Chem-Trend, the ability to respond safely and appropriately is critical to the role.
• Good time management and able to multi-task.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience in a manufacturing- a plus.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to complete positional tasks that may include bending, squatting, twisting and overhead reaching.
• Ability to lift 55-pound bags, pails or boxes to a height of 3-4 feet.
• Personal protective equipment is required to avoid the risk of sustaining illness and injury from the use of chemicals and high-pressure laboratory systems.

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.