Maintenance Technician

Job ID

34744

Maintenance Technician

Regular

Rock Hill - SC, United States of America ( Hill - SC,United States of America)

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The sky is the limit with Syensqo in Rock Hill, SC! We are a top-tier employer supporting aerospace and other key markets with high-performance materials, specifically carbon fiber. We are known for our expertise in design materials and process engineering. We deliver optimal material solutions to address our customer's most challenging demand for new high-performance materials.

Industrial Multi Craft Maintenance Technician

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• The Industrial Multi Craft Maintenance Technician will be required to have maintenance knowledge with handling, installing, testing and operating all types of mechanical and electrical equipment. This includes hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, power transmissions, motors, motor controls, MCCs, electrical, HVAC, PLC, etc. to ensure optimal equipment performance and facility reliability with a focus on minimizing downtime in a continuous manufacturing environment and ensuring the safe operation of the equipment.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCES:

• Experience: 10+ years in industrial maintenance, preferably a manufacturing environment.

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications or associate degrees preferred.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; PLC awareness with ability to read alarms, identify I/O, follow cause-and-effect troubleshooting with programming a plus.

• Tools and Techniques: Competent with tools across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and basic fabrication.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to respond to unexpected equipment issues. Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and troubleshoot field equipment based on drawing and equipment symptoms.

• Troubleshooting equipment (motors, pumps, gearboxes, fans, compressors, electrical systems)

• Replacing equipment such as bearings, seals, couplings, motors, pumps and lubrication fundamentals;

• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, P&IDs, manuals, and work orders

• Planning and scheduling knowledge to execute planned work and record unplanned work.

• Computer skills to review and complete work orders in SAP.

• Maintenance spare part knowledge to locate and retrieve parts from stores.

• Advanced electrical knowledge, knowledge of instrumentation and calibration is a plus.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, bend, climb, kneel, and work in confined spaces; capable of performing moderate to heavy manual labor.

• Work Environment: Industrial or manufacturing settings, weekends and overtime.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

• Support continuous improvement by participating in RCA's and leading improvement initiatives.

• Conduct GEMBA walks to discuss line issues with operators to promote early detection.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including motors, pumps, conveyors, compressors, chillers, boilers, and control devices.

• Install, align, and adjust new equipment to operational standards and fabricate or modify parts as needed using welding, machining, or other techniques.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals to diagnose faults and perform repairs.

• Work with automation systems, sensors, and controllers to optimize production processes.

• Conduct daily inspections and process flow checks, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently.

• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and collaborate with other departments to improve operational efficiency.

• Assist with plant and facility upkeep, including cleanup and minor structural repairs.

• Meet committed downtime and equipment turn over dates during creel overs.

• Document machine and maintenance knowledge in SOP's or work instruction in SAP.

• Maintain maintenance records, logs and reports as required

• Request, retrieve and maintain Storeroom spare parts, assist with min/max determinations, immediately return to stock Storeroom issues that are not used

• Ability to move parts with forklift and have rigging knowledge to safely handle suspended loads.

• Complete WO's, improve work procedures, update time estimates, adjust PM/PdM frequencies, etc

• Support capital, equipment and process change.

• Lead and perform maintenance activities at creel overs and annual shutdowns.

• Support the line on creel over start up and annual outage start up.

HS&E Responsibilities:

• Safety compliance and adherence to company policies are critical.

• Participate in site's exposure based safety process.

• Authorized signer or complete authorized signer requirements within twelve months.

• Always approach your job with the principle that all incidents are preventable. To that end you need to keep the following aspects in mind:

• Complete all required HS&E training by due dates.

• Always perform your job in a sound HS&E manner to protect yourself and those around you.

• Risk assessment is a mindset, where you are always assessing hazards and thinking about means to avoid those hazards. Take a proactive approach to maintain excellence in all your assignments.

• Be aware of your state of mind (rushing, frustration, fatigue & complacency) that leads to distractions from the task on hand. Those distractions lead to errors resulting in unwanted incidents.

• Use all the available tools for your benefits: HS&E trainingObservations, Risk Assessment, Incident Reporting, checklists, and Manufacturing Excellence tools.

• Job completion means Good Housekeeping, filling necessary reports, and watching for your safety and those around you.

• Your Personal Protective Equipment is the most important tool you have as a professional chemical industry worker. Maintain and clean it properly.

• Report hazards, near misses, and equipment safety concerns promptly.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package. The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $00.00 per hour. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Other information:

• Location: Rock Hill, SC (On- site)

• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder

• Must be fit to use a mask respirator (no beard, mustache ok)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.#LI-ONSITE #ONSITE #MIDDLE #LI-TS1