Machinist

CPChem•Orange, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join CPC-Plastics Resins as a skilled Machinist, where precision, expertise, and a proactive approach to maintenance are essential. This position, based in Orange within our Manufacturing & Projects division, plays a vital role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our plant equipment. As a valued member of our Operations and Maintenance team, you will leverage your technical skills to contribute to the smooth and safe operation of our manufacturing processes. We are looking for a detail-oriented and diligent individual who values collaboration and continuous improvement. Your role will not only involve hands-on work with various machinery but also active participation in maintaining rigorous safety standards and supporting our commitment to environmental stewardship. If you have a passion for mechanical systems and a dedication to delivering high-quality results, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a dynamic and supportive organization.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
3+ years of related experience troubleshooting and repairs of centrifugal, reciprocating, and other turbo machinery equipment OR Horizontal and Vertical Lathes, Mills, Broaching Machines, and Balancing Equipment, etc.
Understanding of safety issues in a hazardous environment
Proficient at blueprint reading, planning, and organizing job functions
Ability to read mechanical drawings and product manuals to repair equipment or fabricate new parts
Ability to operate a forklift, JLG, or other motorized equipment
Be flexible in ability to change current work assignment

Nice To Haves

Certified Apprenticeship Certificate or technical certification or associate degree related to maintenance machine shop / turbomachinery
Compressor valve/high-pressure packing repair/mechanical experience
Experience with the repair of Valves Actuators to include Pneumatic piston
Prior failure mode analysis training is a plus
Computer Skills (SAP, MS Word and Excel)
Pump Mechanic Experience

Responsibilities

Provides installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment or systems
Conducts preventative maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
Uses the Work Order system to track hours, parts and supplies, and equipment history
Maintains adequate stock of consumable parts, cutting tips, cutters, grinding wheels
Measures and documents dimensions during operations and maintains machine logbooks
Interprets technical drawings and blueprints to produce parts that meet specifications
Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers
Follows engineering setup charts to perform initial assembly of tools
Immediately reports all ES&H incidents including injuries, near misses, releases
Maintains familiarity, and comply with all corporate and site Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) policies and procedures