Manufacturing Operator III

Chem-Trend; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Education Reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Chem-Trend Limited Partnership in Howell, Michigan, is seeking a Manufacturing Operator III to join our on-site production team. You will apply knowledge of equipment, materials, and procedures to support daily operations and mentor junior operators.

The role requires 3–5 years of progressive chemical operator experience, a high school diploma or GED, and ERP familiarity. You will schedule workload, monitor reactions, distillations, and blending to ensure quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Chemical Process Technology Degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive chemical operator experience.
• 1+ year hands-on ERP experience.
• Hi-Lo experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage daily workload without supervision.
• Safely perform and monitor chemical reactions, ensuring proper control of temperature, pressure, and material inputs in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Execute hydro-silation processes, including setup, monitoring, and adjustment of reaction parameters to meet product specifications.
• Operate and oversee distillation processes, including equipment setup, separation monitoring, and quality verification of output materials.
• Conduct induction, shear, and other inline blending processes by preparing materials, operating process equipment, and ensuring consistent processing conditions.
• Perform metered blending and continuous manufacturing processing, accurately controlling flow rates and material inputs to achieve precise formulations.

Skills

Hi-Lo Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Chemical Process Technology Degree

Tools

ERP experience

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.

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.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Howell, MI

On-Site

Chem-Trend Limited Partnership

Manufacture, sample, and package specialty chemical products while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency. Apply knowledge of equipment, materials, and procedures to support production. Mentor Manufacturing Operator I and II team members and assist the group leader in coordinating daily operations and workloads.

Manufacturing Operator III

Responsibilities

• Able to schedule and manage daily workload without supervision.
• Safely perform and monitor chemical reactions, ensuring proper control of temperature, pressure, and material inputs in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Execute hydro-silation processes, including setup, monitoring, and adjustment of reaction parameters to meet product specifications.
• Operate and oversee distillation processes, including equipment setup, separation monitoring, and quality verification of output materials.
• Conduct induction, shear, and other inline blending processes by preparing materials, operating process equipment, and ensuring consistent processing conditions.
• Perform metered blending and continuous manufacturing processing, accurately controlling flow rates and material inputs to achieve precise formulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Chemical Process Technology Degree Preferred
• 3-5 years of progressive chemical operator experience
• 1+ year hands on ERP experience
• Hi-Lo Experience in a manufacturing environment is required

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.