Hands-On Mechanical Maintenance Foreman — Lead & Optimize

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; Kalama (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working arrangements (Xwork)

Training & Development

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Kalama, WA seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Foreman to safely and reliably lead mechanical maintenance work while assisting the supervisor with scheduling. This hands-on role combines direct equipment maintenance with day-to-day leadership and coordination.

You will diagnose and repair rotating and fixed machinery, coach technicians and contractors, and ensure SAP/CMMS transactions, safety checks, and line openings are completed to high standards.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior leadership or lead-worker experience preferred.
• Experience with a maintenance CMMS; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

SAP/CMMS

MS Office

OSHA regulations

Education

Maintenance technician certificate

Tools

SAP/CMMS

Microsoft Office

ISO 9001 experience

Job description

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Kalama, WA seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Foreman to safely and reliably lead mechanical maintenance work while assisting the supervisor with scheduling. This hands-on role combines direct equipment maintenance with day-to-day leadership and coordination.

You will diagnose and repair rotating and fixed machinery, coach technicians and contractors, and ensure SAP/CMMS transactions, safety checks, and line openings are completed to high standards.