Mechanical Maintenance Foreman

LANXESS Corporation•Kalama, WA

2d•$78,900 - $131,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the safe and reliable execution of assigned mechanical maintenance work while assisting the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating the maintenance schedule. The Foreman provides technical expertise, diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical equipment, and provides daily guidance and coaching to Maintenance Technicians and mechanical contractors. This is a hands-on working foreman role that combines direct mechanical maintenance work with day-to-day leadership and coordination responsibilities.

Requirements

Relevant maintenance technician certificate and 7+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems, maintenance methods, technical drawings, and applicable OSHA requirements.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Experience with a maintenance CMMS; SAP experience strongly preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership or lead-worker experience preferred.
PSM chemical facility and ISO 9001 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned mechanical maintenance work, including pipefitting, equipment installation/removal, pump packing and seal replacement, equipment rebuilds, and preventative/predictive maintenance.
Assist the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating daily maintenance activities and ensuring scheduled work is completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to Maintenance Technicians and external mechanical contractors.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotating and fixed mechanical equipment and process machinery.
Complete required SAP/CMMS transactions, safety assessments, and life-critical work, including line/equipment opening, confined space entry, and work at heights.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the mechanical maintenance team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program.
Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
Aflac Benefits
Legal Assistance Program
Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
Flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
80 hours of vacation per year
10 paid holidays
64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year
Commitment to professional and personal development and encourage in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.