Maintenance Technician - Lufkin, TX

Bakelite; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakelite in Lufkin, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep plant equipment running and support safe, efficient production. You will implement preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and work with the manufacturing team to meet production and quality goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or power generation. Join Bakelite to contribute to safety, reduce downtime, and help shape a future-focused,

Qualifications

• Must have two years of maintenance manufacturing or power generation mechanical experience.
• Welding certification (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) is desired.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance as directed on all plant equipment and other duties in accordance with Bakelite guidelines.
• Keeps records of maintenance performed including preventive and repair maintenance on all plant equipment.
• Performs fabrication, assembly, and erection of equipment and structures as directed.
• Performs routine scheduled inspections.
• Qualified to give on the spot first aid treatment and wear safety gear.
• Perform construction, installation, and modifications in accordance with directives.
• See that all materials, supplies, and equipment are kept in proper places and cleaned up after every job.

Skills

Technical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

CMMS

Blueprint reading

Welding cert desired

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.

Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.

It’s Better with Bakelite.

Maintenance Technician: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

• You’ll take the lead in keeping our equipment running. You will implement maintenance initiatives to prevent costly repairs and extend machinery life, while inspecting and troubleshooting equipment to minimize downtime, reducing operational costs and ensuring seamless production.
• Your technical expertise will be a key success factor for our organization. You’ll be instrumental in proactive maintenance and swift issue diagnostics, directly contributing to high production standards, increased customer satisfaction, and reducing waste.
• You’ll play a key role in keeping your colleagues safe. You will adhere to plant policies and procedures, upholding safety standards, fostering a safer workplace environment and minimizing risks associated with equipment failures.
• You’ll be an essential team player. You will play a crucial role in collaborating with the manufacturing team, promoting a culture of teamwork and shared responsibility in achieving the facility's production and quality objectives.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

• You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
• We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
• Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company and improve and protect the planet.
• Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
• We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.

Life in Lufkin:

• Located northeast of Houston, Lufkin is just 60 miles west from the Texas-Louisiana border.
• Surrounded by vast areas of pine trees, Lufkin has a rich history of manufacturing in lumber and paper.
• Explore downtown Lufkin, home to many restaurants, shops and historic architecture.
• Other attractions to check out include the Ellen Trout Zoo, the Texas Forestry Museum and the Naranjo Museum of Natural History.
• Lufkin has lots of outdoor nature areas to explore. The city is the headquarters for all four U.S. National Forests and two U.S. National Grasslands located in Texas.
• Learn more about Lufkin.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

• Performs maintenance as directed on all plant equipment and other duties in accordance with Bakelite guidelines.
• Keeps records of maintenance performed including preventive and repair maintenance on all plant equipment. Supplies records of maintenance performed and performs preventative and repair maintenance on all plant equipment.
• Performs fabrication, assembly, and erection of equipment and structures as directed.
• Performs routine scheduled inspections of equipment and reports any abnormalities.
• Qualified to give on the spot first aid treatment and willing to always wear proper personal protective safety gear and maintain safety gear in good condition.
• Perform construction, installation, and modifications in accordance with engineering and management approved directives.
• See that all materials, supplies, and equipment are kept in proper places and cleans up after every job.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have two years of maintenance manufacturing or power generation mechanical experience.
• Strong technical understanding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well and communicate in a timely manner at all company levels.
• Ability to navigate computer maintenance management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings (P&ID, PFD, and Isometrics).
• Welding certification (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) is desired.

We are an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, and be subject to additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance.