Industrial Maintenance Technician

Clariant SE; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO time with carry-over

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

EAP Program

Spending and Savings Accounts

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Auto/Home Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Plan

Job summary

Clariant is hiring Industrial Maintenance Technicians at the PPCAT Plant in Louisville, KY to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role involves mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with opportunities to develop technical skills and contribute to continuous improvement.

Shifts are rotating: 1st (6:00–18:00), 2nd (15:30–23:00), 3rd (18:00–06:00). A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered after four months.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on industrial maintenance experience with electrical and mechanical exposure.
• Chemical or food manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with local regulations and Clariant safety policies.
• Participate in risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment to meet quality standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues with increasing independence.
• Support technical documentation and adhere to MOC processes.
• Collaborate with operators and attend daily performance meetings.
• Balance safety, quality, time, and cost in maintenance tasks.
• Complete SAMACO work orders including PSM and LDAR activities.
• Maintain required job qualifications and safety training.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

Job ID: 41731 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA | Work Model: Onsite

Clariant is actively and urgently hiring multiple Industrial Maintenance Technicians to join our maintenance team at the PPCAT Plant in Louisville, KY. We welcome qualified technicians with varying levels of industrial maintenance experience who are ready to contribute immediately by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role supports critical plant operations and offers opportunities to further develop technical skills across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced setting. The position follows a Monday–Friday rotating schedule, including 1st Shift (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.), 2nd Shift (3:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.), and 3rd Shift (6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.). Clariant offers competitive hourly pay aligned with experience, a performance-based increase after six months, paid time off, and a $2,000 sign-on bonus after four months.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all local regulations and Clariant safety, environmental, and operational policies
• Actively participate in risk assessments and implement corrective actions to improve plant safety
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment, ensuring assets meet quality and performance standards
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues with increasing independence based on experience
• Support technical documentation and adhere to Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Collaborate with production operators and attend daily performance meetings to support operational goals
• Execute maintenance tasks efficiently while balancing safety, quality, time, and cost
• Complete SAMACO work orders, including Process Safety Management (PSM) and Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) activities
• Maintain required job qualifications, certifications, and safety training

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience, with electrical and mechanical exposure; chemical or food manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends as required
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in an industrial environment
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to safety and reliability

What´s in it for you?

• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

We at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose »Greater chemistry – between people and planet« describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it.