Senior Technician, Maintenance (3rd Shift) - St. Louis, MO

DSM

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About The Position

A great maintenance mechanic is a teammate that places safety first. The maintenance technician is well versed in mechanical and electrical maintenance with knowledge of troubleshooting, reading blueprints and can work as a team player with different sets of skills.

Requirements

• Education & Training: High School Diploma required, with Trade School Certificate (or equivalent) in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance.
• Hands-On Maintenance Experience: 5+ years in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance within a food manufacturing or industrial facility, with proven ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex equipment.
• Certifications: Maintenance/Industrial certification required; demonstrates technical credibility and safe work practices.
• Technical Skills: Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals to identify issues and perform repairs accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Additional Skills: Welding experience is beneficial, especially for repair and fabrication needs.
• Licensing Advantage: Class II Stationary Engineering License is highly valued and considered a plus.
• Automation Knowledge: Exposure to or experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and controls is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Leverage knowledge and ability to operate standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, electric tools, precision maintenance tools and preventative maintenance technology tools
• Demonstrate experience in maintenance trades and components (ex. Low voltage electrical (240V and less), PLC, welding, pipefitting, fabrication, gearbox and bearing maintenance, lubrication, pumps and piping systems, valves, mechanical maintenance, steam system, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems)
• Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance throughout the facility, with limited direction in a CMMS system. Document completed work and the conditions found utilizing maintenance computer software and interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations
• Operating forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts following standard production documentation to deliver to the correct location
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures. Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Ensure adherence to all management systems including, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and FSSC 22000, with an understanding of dsm-firmenich’s Quality and Environmental Policies and Procedures. Responsible that these policies and procedures are implemented throughout the organization and all related activities under the position’s jurisdiction

Benefits

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees