Maintenance Technician

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The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and reliability of all mechanical systems at Covestro's South Deerfield facility. This role supports shift mechanics with day-to-day maintenance needs and collaborates with other departments on projects. Daily activities include evaluating, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems within the extrusion process, including process equipment, rotating equipment, material handling equipment, and central utilities.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with engineering and other departments to plan and support mechanical installations and repairs
• Work with vendors and contractors for material procurement and troubleshooting
• Communicate openly across teams, shifts, and departments to support repairs and projects

Maintenance & Repair

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair all mechanical and process equipment within areas of responsibility, including process cooling systems, compressors, extruder cooling systems, pumps, heat exchangers, and gearboxes
• Diagnose complex equipment failures and restore operation as quickly as possible to minimize downtime and production losses, while balancing multiple shifting priorities
• Perform component-level repairs and replacements including pumps, heat exchangers, gearboxes, blade changes, etc.
• Diagnose and resolve heating and cooling system problems
• Interpret data from test equipment, documentation, and operational input to expedite repairs
• Perform skilled mechanical work including fabrication, assembly, welding, alignment, rigging, burning, cutting, and pipefitting; occasionally support other trades as needed
• Support simple standalone projects or contribute to larger projects as part of a team under the direction of higher-level mechanics
• Perform some process-level troubleshooting in addition to mechanical repairs
• Clean production dies and other tooling

Preventive Maintenance & Documentation

• Conduct and complete all scheduled PMs, testing, and calibration of facility mechanical and process equipment
• Create and manage Work Orders in SAP MtS; apply time to projects accurately
• Assist in developing and updating PM procedures to ensure accuracy, including correct lubricants, greases, and specifications

Safety

• Model strong safety awareness and knowledge of plant processes and procedures for other Maintenance Technicians
• Respond promptly to identify and correct unsafe conditions; maintain equipment to ensure safe operations
• Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for all machinery and equipment repairs, including new installations
• Maintain good housekeeping practices and actively participate in department safety and housekeeping activities

Organization & Flexibility

• Assist with organization of spare parts and tooling
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, shutdowns, and alternate shifts as needed
• Willingness to learn other areas of the department and provide coverage for other positions

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 2+ years of experience at the Covestro South Deerfield facility with previous industrial maintenance experience; OR 5+ years of commercial or industrial mechanical experience (industrial preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade School degree with a concentration in mechanics or maintenance
• NCCER Millwright and/or NCCER Pipefitter Certification

Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of computers and proficiency with standard software applications
• Certified forklift operator or ability to obtain certification
• Prior lead role experience or a desire to obtain an electrical license is a plus.

The starting pay for this role is $36.63/hour.

This is a full-time role that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).

YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!

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