Maintenance Mechanic I

Westlake Chemical; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain assigned machinery and production equipment in a safety-conscious environment. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with the maintenance team.

You will install, rebuild and repair a variety of machines, assist with building repairs, and provide guidance to junior mechanics while adhering to Westlake safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and/or post-high school technical training highly desired, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 2+ years tearing down and rebuilding presses.
• 2+ years of tooling and dies experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain the assigned machinery and equipment following safety rules.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines per schedules.
• Install, rebuild and repair machines as directed by maintenance leadership.
• Analyze, detect and determine the nature of the repair; estimate scope.
• Troubleshoot and select materials needed for repairs.
• Assist with building repairs and with dies/press maintenance as needed.
• Instruct and provide technical guidance to lower level mechanics as required.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial mechanics

Reading/interpretation

Tools & welding

Manual dexterity

English communication

Troubleshooting

Fast learner

Math & computing

Electrical skills

Education

Associates degree or technical training

2+ years manufacturing experience

2+ years tearing down/rebuilding presses

2+ years tooling/dies experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Drill press

Industrial repair 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.

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
• Troubleshoots to 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

Associates 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 + exp 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)

$35.24/hour

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. 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).

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.

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

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here.

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