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Freudenberg

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

LocationDurham, NC
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
ExperienceUp to 5 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedApr 23, 2026 · 5mo ago
Verified live21m ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have17
Provide skilled maintenance support to proactively identify and prevent failure points in operations equipment
Maintain, repair, and recommend upgrades for process equipment including blowers, chillers, compressors, boilers, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, industrial HVAC, extruders, heaters, dehumidifiers, web conveying, winding, slitting, and other equipment
Demonstrated understanding of rotating equipment failure modes and maintenance techniques
Familiarity with best practices for lubrication, precision alignment & balancing, and proactive inspections
Contribute to improving maintenance management system through Root Cause Analysis
Collaborate as a multidisciplinary team member with electrical, process, and reliability colleagues
Support and engage in ISO/TS quality management system
Support maintaining plant utilities including steam, compressed air, chilled water, cooling tower waters, exhaust fans, and associated equipment systems
Assist engineering in design, installation, start up, shut down, and planned maintenance of new or modified equipment
Maintain high standards for workmanship and housekeeping, contribute to 5S adherence
Contribute to rotating on-call duties providing maintenance expertise and hands-on support
Provide skills training to other maintenance personnel
0-5 years of technical support experience working in an industrial environment
Good communications skills, both verbal and written, and ability to collaborate effectively with team members of varying levels of technical experience
Ability to work overtime or non-regular hours when needed to support 24/7 operations
Must be able to assist in on-call rotation
Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck and Arial Lift Equipment certifications on site
Nice to have5
A two-year technical degree in Industrial Systems or related field focusing on machine maintenance is preferred but not required in lieu of professional experience
Certificates in PLCs, Hydraulics, and/or Pneumatics are beneficial
Prior experience in extrusion, plastics, and web handling or winding is a plus
Experience and computer skills within a Computerized Maintenance Management System for preventive maintenance work tracking and corrective requests is preferred
Experience and training in pipefitting, sheet metal fabrication and welding are preferred
Skills
PLC
Hydraulics
Pneumatics
Computerized Maintenance Management System
Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
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Provide skilled maintenance support to proactively identify and prevent failure points in operations equipment by interpreting operator feedback, understanding machine status indications and functions, and recommending action.
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Maintain, repair, and recommend upgrades for process equipment including blowers, chillers, compressors, blowers, boilers, various types of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, industrial HVAC systems, extruders, heaters, dehumidifiers, web conveying, winding, slitting, and other equipment.
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Demonstrated understanding of rotating equipment failure modes and maintenance techniques to identify, prevent and correct. Familiarity with best practices for lubrication, precision alignment & balancing, and proactive inspections to identify failures prior to failure itself.
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Contribute to improving our maintenance management system through Root Cause Analysis and resolving errors that occur with a preventive mindset.
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Collaborate as a multidisciplinary team member with electrical, process, and reliability colleagues to prioritize tasks and investments to meet operational needs and initiatives for an assigned area of the plant.
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Support and engage in our ISO/TS quality management system by maintaining equipment to a high standard of care and contributing feedback to the maintenance management system to prevent any deviations in critical-to-quality processes.
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Support maintaining plant utilities, including steam, compressed air, chilled water, cooling tower waters, exhaust fans, and associated equipment systems.
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Assist engineering in the design, installation, start up, shut down, and planned maintenance of new or modified equipment in accordance with US and Freudenberg safety procedures and standards.
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Maintain high standards for workmanship and housekeeping before, during, and after work, and contribute to cleanliness and 5S adherence in shared areas.
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Contribute to rotating on-call duties providing maintenance expertise and hands-on support when needed.
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Provide skills training to other maintenance personnel to enhance equipment reliability and safety.
Qualifications:
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A two-year technical degree in Industrial Systems or related field focusing on machine maintenance is preferred but not required in lieu of professional experience. Certificates in PLCs, Hydraulics, and/or Pneumatics are beneficial.
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0-5 years of technical support experience working in an industrial environment, prior experience in extrusion, plastics, and web handling or winding is a plus.
•
Experience and computer skills within a Computerized Maintenance Management System for preventive maintenance work tracking and corrective requests is preferred.
•
Experience and training in pipefitting, sheet metal fabrication and welding are preferred.
•
Good communications skills, both verbal and written, and ability to collaborate effectively with team members of varying levels of technical experience.
•
Ability to work overtime or non-regular hours when needed to support 24/7 operations. Must be able to assist in on-call rotation.
•
Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck and Arial Lift Equipment certifications on site.
Legal
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 Performance Materials LP (USA)
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