Maintenance Mechanic I

Westlake Chemical; Kentucky; On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Med, Den, Vision, 401k

Annual retirement contribution

Life & AD&D

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a 2nd shift maintenance technician to repair and maintain assigned machinery, ensuring adherence to company safety rules and procedures. The role emphasizes reliable operation and safety compliance across a production environment.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, installation/rebuilds, troubleshooting, and assisting with repairs and building maintenance. Some travel to troubleshoot and source parts may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or post-high school technical training or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related manufacturing experience preferred.
• 2+ years tearing down and rebuilding presses.
• 2+ years with tooling and dies.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery per schedules.
• Install, rebuild, and repair a wide range of machines as directed.
• Troubleshoot and determine extent of repairs.
• Travel to troubleshoot and source materials as needed.
• Instruct and assist lower-level mechanics as required.
• Follow safety policies among maintenance staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial mechanical skills

Read & interpret manuals

Hand and power tools

Welding equipment

Manual dexterity

English communication

Observe and troubleshoot

Math & computer skills

Industrial electrical skills

Education

Associate's degree or technical training

2+ years related manufacturing experience

2+ years tearing down and rebuilding presses

2+ years with tooling and dies

Tools

Welding equipment

Drill press

Hand and power tools

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

2nd Shift JOB SUMMARY

This position repairs and maintains the assigned machinery and mechanical equipment ensuring at all times that the company safety rules are followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Performs preventive maintenance operations on machinery according to schedules
• Installs, rebuilds and repairs a wide variety of machines as directed by the Maintenance Manager/supervisor
• Services and maintains a limited range of building and production equipment following procedures
• Analyzes, detects, and determines the nature of the problem and provides input as to the extent of the repairs required.
• Travels to troubleshoot and selects materials needed for the repairs.
• Notifies Maintenance Manager of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken
• Assembles, replaces or refits parts as warranted
• Tear down and rebuild presses as needed to repair dies
• Assists with building repairs
• Replace and refit parts
• Instructs and provides technical assistance to lower-level mechanics as required
• Follow and enforce company safety policies and procedures among the maintenance mechanics at all times.
• All other duties as requested or assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Industrial mechanical skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance, instructions, equipment manuals, and company manuals and procedures.
• Use hand and power tools, welding equipment, drill press, and other related industrial repair equipment
• Demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
• Good communication skills and ability to read, speak, write English (bilingual Spanish helpful)
• Ability to observe, identify, deduce and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• Quick learner and ability to work under minimal supervision
• Math skills and computer skills
• Industrial electrical skills preferred

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree and/or post-high school technical training highly desired, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of related experience required - in a manufacturing environment preferred
• 2+ years tearing down and rebuilding presses
• 2+ years with tooling and dies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out
• Prolong standing or in stationary position
• Complete repetitive movements
• Bend and/or twist
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

• Benefits Effective Day 1 Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (3%), Life & AD&D Paid Vacation Tuition Assistance Program Fitness Reimbursement Program Opportunity for Advancement
• $36.18 per hour + Bonuses
• The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions - from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com