Mechanic B - Electrical & Instruments

Stepan Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 58,506 - 66,772; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Recognition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Stepan Company is seeking a Mechanic for their Millsdale Plant in Elwood, Illinois. The role involves providing maintenance support and developing safe work practices for plant equipment. Candidates should have at least 2 years of mechanical experience and a High School diploma. Responsibilities include calibration of instrumentation, troubleshooting equipment, and training during the apprenticeship program. Competitive pay of $42.47 - $48.47, along with union benefits like medical and 401K, are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of mechanical experience or preferred education.
• Successfully pass mechanical aptitude test.
• Complete 6 required maintenance apprenticeship courses within 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform field calibration of process instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment to determine repair process.
• Navigate CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Train with an experienced journeyman.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Control circuits

PLC logic

Instrumentation calibration

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Maintenance apprenticeship courses

Job description

Stepan is currently seeking a Mechanic for our Millsdale Plant located in Elwood, Illinois. The Mechanic will provide maintenance support to production areas to assure stable operations and provide continuous improvement. These responsibilities include developing and promoting safe work practices for maintaining plant equipment.

Pay Range: $42.47 - $48.47

• Union Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Reactions – Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform field calibration of process instrumentation.
• Complete the installation of new instrumentation, controls and power wiring systems including conduit.
• Configure and program process instrumentation and VFD’s (variable frequency drive).
• Perform chemical line breaks per procedures including flange joint assembly.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment to determine repair process.
• Navigate CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) as well as write follow up work.
• Train with an experienced journeyman to augment first 6 months of apprentice program.
• Support all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and regulations.
• General housekeeping duties as assigned by the E&I Maintenance Execution Manager.
• Participate and maintain compliance related activities including internal and external audits for applicable standards and certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, RSPO, ISCC+ and others.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of mechanical experience or preferred education.
• Successfully pass mechanical aptitude test.
• Successfully complete 6 required maintenance apprenticeship courses within 3 years.
• Experience with control circuits, PLC logic, and instrumentation calibration is preferred.
• Ability to analyze, problem solve, and think strategically to solve equipment issues and determine root cause failures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Why Work At Stepan?

• Stable & Growing
• Collaborative Environment
• Make a Difference & Be Recognized
• Committed to Safety & Sustainability
• Value Driven Culture

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.