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 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Some of your Benefits

401K Match

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Health Insurance

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

Vacation

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Paid Holidays

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

Personal Development

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Necedah, WI

On-Site

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

You support our team as

Tool Shop Technician

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and build production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and specialized equipment to keep operations running at peak performance.
• Create and refine tooling designs using sketches and CAD to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Diagnose tooling issues and implement creative, hands-on solutions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to support new tooling development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and document tooling performance, maintenance history, and critical setup parameters.
• Train and support operators on proper setup and use of tooling and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, including GROWTTH and quality-driven programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or related program (or currently completing your program—graduates encouraged to apply!).
• Hands-on experience (school, internship, or work) with tooling, machining, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and/or CAD designs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of tooling construction, maintenance, or repair processes (steel rule die experience a plus).
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and pride in craftsmanship.

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.