Maintenance Mechanic I

Westlake Chemical; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced maintenance mechanic to repair and maintain the company’s machinery and production equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, rebuild presses, troubleshoot issues, and assist with building repairs while following safety rules and procedures.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, familiarity with tools and dies, and the ability to mentor junior mechanics.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical training required or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience tearing down and rebuilding presses (2+ years).
• Experience 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 equipment, determine repairs, and source parts.
• Notify management of recurring malfunctions and corrective actions.
• Assist with building repairs and reinforce safety rules.
• Instruct lower level mechanics as required.
• Follow company policies and perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial mechanics

Technical reading

Tools & welding

Electrical skills

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Education

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Drill press

Tooling & dies

Job description

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 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+ years experience with tooling and dies.

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be 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).

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