Preventative Maintenance Technician

000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership in Massachusetts seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform scheduled PMs on production equipment and facility systems. You will inspect, diagnose, and address wear, misalignment, lubrication issues, and component degradation while keeping thorough maintenance records.

The role requires troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to prevent recurring failures, servicing molding machines, conveyors, compressors, gearboxes,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1+ year of industrial or preventive maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems (single-phase & three-phase, up to 480V).
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance strategies (lubrication, inspections, condition monitoring).
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and follow systematic problem-solving methods.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Inspect, diagnose, and address wear, misalignment, lubrication issues, and component degradation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to prevent recurring failures.
• Maintain and document maintenance activities, PM schedules, and equipment history.
• Service equipment including molding machines, conveyors, compressors, gearboxes, and stamping equipment.
• Identify opportunities for equipment reliability improvements and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with OSHA, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and company safety standards.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Independent worker

CMMS familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Molding machines

Conveyors

Compressors

Gearboxes

PLC knowledge

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems


• Inspect, diagnose, and proactively address wear, misalignment, lubrication issues, and component degradation


• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to prevent recurring failures


• Maintain and document maintenance activities, PM schedules, and equipment history


• Service equipment including molding machines, conveyors, compressors, gearboxes, and stamping equipment


• Identify opportunities for equipment reliability improvements and recommend corrective actions


• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with OSHA, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and company safety standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Minimum 1+ year of industrial or preventive maintenance experience


• Working knowledge of electrical systems (single-phase & three-phase, up to 480V)


• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and maintenance


• Understanding of preventive maintenance strategies (lubrication, inspections, condition monitoring)


• Ability to use diagnostic tools and follow systematic problem-solving methods


• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Preferred / Additional Skills

• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)


• Familiarity with PLCs or automated production equipment


• Knowledge of predictive maintenance techniques (vibration, thermal, etc.)


• Certifications such as HAZWOPER or Confined Space

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.