Maintenance Mechanic

Ascend Performance Materials • Pensacola, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

POSITION OVERVIEW The successful candidate will be required to work on a variety of equipment in support of the entire plant. This includes maintenance repair, inspection, testing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, installing, and overhauling mechanical equipment. Working hours for the Day shift are Monday through Thursday, 0630 – 1700. Some overtime will be required and the carrying of a company provided phone may be required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude and show personal initiative while striving to satisfy customer needs through high quality maintenance and repair of critical plant equipment. Work with Operations Coordinators, Lead Craftsmen, Planners, and Maintenance FLL’s to identify and resolve improvement opportunities related to work execution and equipment reliability. Execute assigned work safely, effectively, and with high quality in support of the daily operations and maintenance plan. Troubleshoot and repair equipment by using an analytical, step by step process, standard maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines. Contribute to the shops’ safety process, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) development, and instructing others on the proper use of equipment and tools. Use SAP to enter notification and/or create work orders, enter job history, and reserve materials. If a shift craftsman, update the Priority Orders system daily with findings after working on equipment in the field. REPORTS TO Maintenance Supervisor TEAM Maintenance Supervisor Craftsmen Operations Coordinators

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years proven hands-on Industrial Maintenance experience.
• Ability to work closely with key maintenance and operations personnel in providing effective and quality results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and understand equipment specifications, technical information, detailed drawings and prints.
• Must be able to produce sketches and provide inspection documentation that is required when evaluating complex equipment.
• Fundamental shop math knowledge and the application of. (Manipulation of fractions, decimals, basic geometry and trigonometry.)
• Skilled in the use of various precision measurement tools. (Vernier & dial calipers, ID & OD micrometers, dial indicators and set up tooling.)
• Ability to understand and follow preventive maintenance plans and strategies.
• Skilled in coupling alignment utilizing laser equipment and/or reverse dial indicator methods.
• Knowledge of various types of and proper application of fasteners, gaskets, tubing, and piping.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years proven hands-on Industrial Maintenance experience in the major overhaul of critical equipment. (Air & process compressors, steam turbines, centrifuges, pumps, gearbox drives, blowers, and fans.)
• Ability to operate both conventional and complex diagnostic instruments.
• Hands-on experience and fundamental knowledge in the areas of vibration analysis, rotor balancing, and lubrication.
• Able to document findings and summarize in written reports.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Management of Change (MOC) processes.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of equipment in support of the entire plant.
• Maintenance repair, inspection, testing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, installing, and overhauling mechanical equipment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and show personal initiative while striving to satisfy customer needs through high quality maintenance and repair of critical plant equipment.
• Work with Operations Coordinators, Lead Craftsmen, Planners, and Maintenance FLL’s to identify and resolve improvement opportunities related to work execution and equipment reliability.
• Execute assigned work safely, effectively, and with high quality in support of the daily operations and maintenance plan.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment by using an analytical, step by step process, standard maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.
• Contribute to the shops’ safety process, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) development, and instructing others on the proper use of equipment and tools.
• Use SAP to enter notification and/or create work orders, enter job history, and reserve materials.
• If a shift craftsman, update the Priority Orders system daily with findings after working on equipment in the field.

Benefits

• Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.
• Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan.
• And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees