Maintenance Technician

Employee Type: Regular Who we are LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available! Join our Team! Job Highlights * The principal responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic III position are to ensure that the processes are maintained to ensure optimum performance, reliability and uptime. This position will be responsible for conducting preventative and corrective maintenance of production equipment and troubleshooting problems while applying theory and related knowledge to install, rebuild, or repair production equipment as needed. The Maintenance Mechanic III will be expected to perform troubleshooting and repair of a wide range of equipment including but not limited to packaging systems, pumps, motors, agitators, general equipment and facilities issues. * This role shall ensure all required tools, parts and supplies are available for each job performed; will complete required service records; and will be responsible for recommending and/or initiating equipment modifications and/or replacement of equipment components as well as performing and supporting installation of new equipment. * Additionally, the Maintenance Mechanic III provides training and support to other maintenance technicians. Maintenance mechanic I will also have responsibilities to support and learn basic E&I Maintenance skills and tasks as necessary. * The Maintenance Mechanic IIII closely integrates with the operating area s/he is assigned to, providing insights into the work team concept to ensure that team and business goals are achieved. As such, if business or operational situations necessitate, the Maintenance Mechanic IIII may be called upon to backfill operations personnel. They are also expected to proactively assist operations personnel as needed in daily activities to meet organizational objectives. Requirements * High School Diploma or Equivalence required, 2 year technical degree or 5 years industrial work experience in relevant equipment maintenance field preferred. * Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience. * Must have motors, pumps, agitators, facilities maintenance experience, as well as experience with industrial conveyors, HVAC, boiler, air compressors, and excellent knowledge of automatic packaging equipment. * Basic knowledge of electrical systems * Capable to safely use hand and power tools * Welding and machinist skills highly desirable * Available for on-call duty * Ability to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation * Ability to work in a hot, humid, noisy and high volume machine production area * Ability and willingness to work safely and wear PPE as required What we offer you * Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. * Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care. * Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. * Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning. * Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs. LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors. Join the LANXESS team! 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Created: 2024-10-22