Process Mechanic

The Chemours•La Porte, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world. CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. Chemours currently has a position available for a Process Mechanic at our LaPorte Plant site located on the ship channel in LaPorte, TX . T he primary responsibility of this role is to support production by performing diagnostics and repairs regarding all mechanical aspects of equipment and piping systems in a chemical manufacturing plant. The mechanic will diagnose trouble or malfunctions of equipment/piping systems and then repair, maintain , replace and install parts and equipment as to return the process to normal operation. The mechanic applies working knowledge and experience to independently improve maintenance techniques and operations, and upgrade equipment. This position will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. Candidates may be selected to complete online and onsite assessments as part of the hiring process. To be further considered, candidates must meet assessment requirements. Job relocation and/or travel assistance will not be available for this opportunity. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities. At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent
Two-year Certificate / Associate Degree in Machinist & Pipefitter Mechanic Advance Skill (Machining / Pipefitting) or two years of industrial mechanical experience, or Four years of industrial mechanic experience in advance skill
Willing and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call-in as required.
Willing and able to work in a high hazard process.
Willing and able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
Experience maintaining and repairing industrial machinery using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments.
Willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, ladders, columns, and to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, reach overheads, hear and respond to alarms, and possess visual acuity for close work.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) and able to learn new computer systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in reading and interpreting Schematics, Procedures, Manufacturers’ Literature, Safety Requirements, General Instructions, and ability to learn and detect process deviations.
Welding experience.
Experience maintaining rotating equipment.
Experience with mobile crane operation and operating powered industrial vehicles (fork trucks, pallet trucks, tow devices, etc.).
Journeyman Pipefitter certification and/or Millwright certification.
Experience performing a job safety analysis and equipment lockout safety procedures.
Experience with SAP or equivalent manufacturing operations software.
Relevant Military Experience

Responsibilities

Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components using senses, documentation, and others.
Follow-up on repairs with observation, operator discussions, and monitoring of equipment after it is in service to confirm successful repairs.
Perform alignment checks and mechanical clearances to ensure proper operation, lubricate equipment, and complete all repair phases through completion.
Pipefitting tasks including layout, sizing, threading, bending, assembly, installation, and maintaining pipe systems, supports, and related hydraulic/pneumatic equipment for utilities and industrial processing of hazardous and nonhazardous materials.
Use various hand, power, and industrial tools to perform variety of maintenance tasks as in shop or process area.
Safely work with pressure, temperature, level and flow in pipe systems and using pressure gauge for leak testing.
Safely handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes in compliance with all plant requirements and environmental regulations