Maintenance Mechanic - 12-Hour Shift in Manufacturing

Qnity; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

15 days vacation starting

Bonus plan

Job summary

Qnity’s Tralee Park site in Newark, DE is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. If you are an outgoing team player, then this is the role for you.

The role requires a 12-hour fixed shift (Railroad Schedule) including weekends, with duties spanning preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and on‑site repairs of production equipment. A safety‑mocused approach and ability to read schematics are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Journeyman or Master Electrical License preferred.
• Degree or Certificate from an accredited college or technical school in the Mechanical field or at least two years demonstrated equivalent abilities.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit a safety conscious approach to work.
• Work in Process Safety Management (PSM) rated and non‑PSM facilities and adhere to safety principles and policies.
• Read and understand schematics and P&ID’s.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various mechanical machines and process equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment following manuals and specs.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled and on‑call repairs of production equipment.
• Perform diversified duties including electrical and mechanical to install and maintain production machines and plant facility equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace/repair parts, test and adjust.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines and facilities.
• Use hand and power tools, meters, welding, cutting and material handling equipment.
• Acquire a powered equipment license such as forklift if needed.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

PPE compliance

Physical strength

Shift flexibility

Overtime willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Journeyman or Master Electrical License preferred

Mechanical degree or certificate or 2-year equivalent

Job description

Qnity’s Tralee Park site in Newark, DE is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. If you are an outgoing team player, then this is the role for you.

The role requires a 12-hour fixed shift (Railroad Schedule) including weekends, with duties spanning preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and on‑site repairs of production equipment. A safety‑mocused approach and ability to read schematics are essential for success.