Maintenance Mechanic Job

Arkema•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for safely inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining plant systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, chillers, reactor tanks, process heaters, and associated instrumentation. This role involves troubleshooting issues in partnership with production operators and taking corrective actions to ensure reliable operation. The position is in the Maintenance Department in Louisville and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalency required
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Must demonstrate sound decision-making and problem solving ability.
Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

Some technical training or college preferred
Industrial process maintenance experience highly valued
Minimum of 3-5 years experience preferred but not required
Willingness to learn complex electro-mechanical systems
Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems
Familiarity with industrial control systems (single loop controllers, PLCs)
Reduce repeat failures to lower costs and improve productivity

Responsibilities

Complete preventative maintenance inspections and generate work orders for repair as needed.
Repair/rebuild valves, pumps, vacuum pumps, condensers, chillers, refrigeration, and other process equipment.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using a methodical approach.
Install new equipment and support capital project activities.
Participate in 5S, root cause problem solving, and other continuous improvement activities.
Follows written instructions and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
Supports all manufacturing operations as appropriate on assigned shifts.
Follows proper procedures for the handling, storage and transfer of hazardous waste.
Use of hand and power tools as well as slings/rigging equipment.
Operates fork truck, scissor lift, boom lift.
Troubleshoots and repairs all manufacturing/facilities equipment on a timely basis to minimize equipment downtime.
Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.
Maintains good housekeeping practices.
Complete all mandatory company safety training requirements: 4S, Safety Observations, Pure Safety.
Document all activities in work order system and communicate progress.
Understand equipment failures and put actions in place to improve and prevent repeat issues.
Responsiveness to production and other customers along with problem solving and learning.