Maintenance Mechanic

Kemira Oyj; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated maintenance mechanic to join their team in Bartow, FL. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency and safety of plant operations, where you'll execute maintenance tasks, provide feedback on processes, and respond to emergencies. You'll work with a collaborative team, enhancing your skills while contributing to a sustainable future. If you're looking for an opportunity that offers professional growth and a positive working environment, this position is for you!

Benefits

Attractive benefit package

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Stable employment in a reputable company

Multicultural and positive working environment

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Completion of 10 modules of mechanical skills training required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot hardware and processing issues effectively.

Skills

Mechanical Skills Training

Communication Skills

Math Skills

Reading Comprehension

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational School/Technical Training

Tools

SAP

Laser Alignment Tools

Vibration Data Collection Tools

Job description

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.

We are now looking for a maintenance mechanic for our Bartow, FL location. This role executes all assigned work safely, effectively, and efficiently within the general scope for the mechanic role. Provides feedback on preventative maintenance that might improve the process and notes additional work required on inspected equipment. Responds to emergency or unplanned work as needed, including callouts. Works on plant modifications, including work on capital improvements. Participates in the operation of plant utility systems.

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Comply with all safe work practices; use proper PPE, fall protection equipment, etc.
• Complete preventative maintenance work and provide feedback on any issues
• Complete all required documentation
• Repair and install equipment as needed
• Troubleshoot hardware and processing issues
• Oversee the work of specialized contract services such as boiler inspections, chiller inspections, etc.
• Participate in Mobile First Responder Team, where applicable
• Manage input to work orders and notifications in SAP
• Complete labor hour time confirmations in SAP
• Complete MIGO goods movements transactions in SAP for use of spare parts
• Assist in managing the MRO parts warehouse for mechanical items
• Participate in operations of plant utility systems such the boiler, chillers, cooling towers, compressed air system, main firewater supply pump and chemical feed system for water treatment
• Paint, label equipment and piping, and perform carpenter work as needed

What you'll bring to the team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in chemical manufacturing preferred
• 2 years vocational school/technical training strongly preferred
• Good written and verbal communication skills and Math and reading comprehension skills

• Completion of 10 modules (minimum) of mechanical skills training required
• Good computer skills
• Experience in SAP or use of other Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred
• Experience in use of modern tools such as laser alignment, vibration data collection, etc.
• Experience in operation of cranes, man lifts, and other equipment as needed
• Non-code welding experience

What you can expect from us:

• Great opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A job that helps you increase your abilities and skills in various areas.
• Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market.
• An attractive benefit package.
• A great, multicultural, and positive working environment.

Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!

For more information, please contact Fernanda Rocha de Oliveira by email at [e-mail]

Please apply with CV/Resume at Kemira.com/careers.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. Our customers include industrial and municipal water treatment operators, and pulp & paper industry among others. We provide the best-suited products and services to improve our customers' product quality, process, and resource efficiency. Our focus is on water treatment, renewable solutions, and digital services. In 2023, Kemira had annual revenue of around EUR 3.4 billion and around 5,000 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. For more information, please visit our web site www.kemira.com/careers and LinkedIn.