Maintenance Technician

Westlake Management Services, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Westlake Chemical is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Dallas, TX to maintain plant systems, equipment, and buildings with a strong focus on safety and reliability. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.

Candidates should have a GED/HS diploma and at least two years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting, plus basic computer skills and English proficiency.

Qualifikationen

• Two or more years of maintenance work experience in an industrial environment.
• Background in mechanics and electrical is a plus.
• Must read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to use computer software applications.

Aufgaben

• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and diagnose problems.
• Generate and close work orders in SAP.
• Coordinate with shift supervisors and maintenance team to address issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Computer software

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Summary

The Maintenance Technician role focuses on people, processes, and systems related to the upkeep and repair of all plant operations, systems, buildings, and production equipment. Success in this position requires strong mechanical, electrical, process, and support systems skills to respond effectively to maintenance needs. The role also works to prevent failures that cause downtime, directly impacting the plant’s overall operational availability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture.
• Ability to solve practical mechanical/process problems and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal, written, or diagram instructions.
• Communicate with shift supervisors, and other line support regarding maintenance issues.
• Ensure proper performance of all plant maintenance processes/systems and production equipment through effective use of planning, troubleshooting and/or diagnostics skills.
• Ensure proper preventative maintenance on all plant systems and production equipment to maximize machine uptime.
• Ensure compliance with all maintenance processes and work being performed.
• Assist in determining necessary actions to address quality issues on molds, stones, and production equipment, as necessary.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Conduct Huddle Meeting with Maintenance Techs
• Assign work orders to each maintenance tech.
• Communicate with shift supervisors and all operational support personnel regarding maintenance issues.
• Ensure compliance with all maintenance work being performed.
• Keep Maintenance leadership informed of maintenance issues.
• Generates Work Orders and closes them out in SAP.
• Follows up and reports craftsmanship (Good/Bad) to Maintenance Supervisor
• Provide peer coaching discussions to correct issues.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Perform at an acceptable level as required to meet or exceed daily safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure facility meets department.
• Mechanical/Electrical troubleshooting
• Blueprint/ Diagram reading

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
• Two or more years of maintenance work experience and/or training in an industrial environment.
• Background in mechanics and electrical is a plus.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to use computer software applications.
• Experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Must have to ability to do mathematical calculations.
• Manual skills to operate machines, tools, and move parts.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation.
• Must be able to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes.

Physical Demands

• Prolong standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.
• Bend or twist.
• Complete repetitive movements.
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Remove or replace 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.
• Ascend or descend stairs.

Work Environment

• Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.
• Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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