Maintenance Technician 2

United InitiatorsHelena-West Helena, AR
Onsite

About The Position

United Initiators is seeking a motivated individual to join their Helena Operations team as a Maintenance Technician 2. This role involves overseeing repairs and maintenance of the MEKP production area and specialty peroxide production areas to ensure safe, reliable, and long-term operability of all related equipment. United Initiators is a global leader in the production of peroxide-based initiators and specialty chemicals, committed to safety, quality, innovation, and fostering a thriving workplace.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 5 years of maintenance experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to understand verbal and written communication
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs, and safely navigate congested plant areas
  • Proactive safety mindset with active engagement in all safety activities

Responsibilities

  • Complete routine maintenance inspection lists at scheduled intervals, including belts, bearings, greasing, and oil level checks
  • Perform daily inspections on each piece of production equipment
  • Disassemble, repair, and reassemble pumps used in MEKP production
  • Identify and repair line leaks involving air, steam, or chemical systems
  • Inspect spare parts inventory and ensure critical components are stocked appropriately
  • Inspect glass-lined reactors for leaks and repair as required
  • Change difficult-to-access filters, including coalescer filters
  • Maintain and install polypropylene lines
  • Thread, clean, passivate, and install stainless steel piping
  • Research equipment issues using manuals, manufacturer support, and internal engineering resources
  • Perform boiler operator duties as needed
  • Assist or coordinate with specialists required for equipment repair in the MEKP production area
  • Perform backup duties in other key plant areas as required
  • Ensure unlimited availability, complete reliability, and safe operability of all MEKP production equipment
  • Maintain strong adherence to safety rules; this is a safety-sensitive position
  • Inform and train new or untrained employees on hazards associated with assigned lines
  • Support safe operation of all maintenance activities across MEKP and specialty peroxide processes
  • Participate in cross-department collaboration to resolve mechanical or operational issues
  • Maintain documentation and communication related to equipment status, maintenance needs, and safety concerns
  • Maintain a proactive safety mindset and comply with all safety rules, PPE requirements, and maintenance safety procedures
  • Perform maintenance activities in a manner that ensures safe operation of MEKP production equipment and prevention of environmental releases
  • Maintain equipment reliability to support consistent, high-quality MEKP and specialty peroxide production
  • Ensure maintenance documentation is accurate and supports audit, reliability, and compliance requirements
  • Support ISO 9001, 14001, and Responsible Care programs

Benefits

  • $22/hour starting pay
  • Eligible for 4% annual bonus
  • Stable, full-time role with growth opportunities
  • Team-focused, safety-driven work environment
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
  • Company-paid life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and accident insurance
  • 48 hours of sick time per year (rollover up to 96 hours)
  • 2 floating holidays + 24 hours of unavoidable absence leave
  • 80 hours of vacation after one year of service
  • 401(k) with match, Safe Harbor contribution, and profit sharing
  • Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
  • Health Advocate program for additional support
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