Hands-On Mechanical Maintenance Lead
LANXESS Deutschland GmbH
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Job summary
LANXESS Kalama location is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Foreman to safely execute mechanical maintenance work and lead technicians and contractors. The role blends hands-on maintenance with day-to-day leadership and coordination, providing technical guidance and ensuring tasks meet safety and quality standards.
The candidate should bring 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong knowledge of rotating/ fixed systems, and experience with SAP/CMMS, with a focus on safety, teamwork,
Qualifications
- Relevant maintenance technician certificate and 7+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems, maintenance methods, and 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, and preventative/predictive maintenance.
- Assist the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating daily maintenance activities and ensuring scheduled work is completed safely and on time.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to Maintenance Technicians and external 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.
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LANXESS Kalama location is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Foreman to safely execute mechanical maintenance work and lead technicians and contractors. The role blends hands-on maintenance with day-to-day leadership and coordination, providing technical guidance and ensuring tasks meet safety and quality standards.
The candidate should bring 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong knowledge of rotating/ fixed systems, and experience with SAP/CMMS, with a focus on safety, teamwork,
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