Plant Maintenance Mechanic: Reliability & Safe Operations

Arkema; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema in Alabama seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure safe, reliable operation of plant equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and repair machinery to minimize downtime.

The role requires reading schematics, working with CMMS, and strong teamwork in a safety‑driven environment. Responsibilities include handling engines, motors, conveyors, and production equipment, following manuals and specs, and supporting continuous improvement with proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Minimum 5 years related experience or 2 years of college/trade school in related field.
• Understanding of equipment maintenance including reading schematics and technical understanding.
• Demonstrated understanding of plant safety principles and basic power tool operation.
• Computer proficiency to include Microsoft and CMMS programs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal with uncertainty and change.
• Attention to detail.
• Professionalism in team setting.
• Self-motivation and desire to have a positive impact on job.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the Maintenance Department multi‑craft workers group.
• Participate in daily maintenance execution meetings and Safety Toolbox discussions.
• Complete assigned work order tasks outlined in the morning maintenance meeting.
• Support and perform tasks as required.
• Responsible for maintaining production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production equipment; follow diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturing instructions and engineering specifications; troubleshoot malfunctions for cause and correction.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools; examine form and texture of parts.
• Determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers and other measuring devices.
• Adjust equipment functional parts by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs and straightedges.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of problems identified from routine preventive maintenance tasks; monitor equipment for compliance to operating expectations.
• Fabricate repair parts by using shop tools and equipment.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical materials and publications.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with HSE procedures, rules and regulations.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Provide safety and audit support as required.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arkema in Alabama seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure safe, reliable operation of plant equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and repair machinery to minimize downtime.

The role requires reading schematics, working with CMMS, and strong teamwork in a safety‑driven environment. Responsibilities include handling engines, motors, conveyors, and production equipment, following manuals and specs, and supporting continuous improvement with proactive problem solving.