Technician - Maintenance 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

TECHNICIAN – MAINTENANCE

LG Chem Ohio Petrochemical, Inc.

ABS Compounding Facility in Ravenna, Ohio

3rd Shift: Sunday evening to Friday morning 10:45 PM to 7:15 AM

Eligible for 3rd shift premium of $1.50 per hour

“We connect science to life for a better future.”

LG Chem endeavors to become a ‘Global Top 5 Chemical Company’ with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.

LG Chem contributes to industrial development with various petrochemical products of world-class quality. In the petrochemicals business, the company has built a vertically integrated system from basic raw materials (the upstream) such as ethylene and propylene to the downstream products such as PE, ABS, Acrylic Acid and Synthetic Rubber. The petrochemicals business is LG Chem's core business area with world-class productivity and cost competitiveness.

LG Chem Ohio Petrochemical, Inc. completed construction of its ABS Compounding Facility in Ravenna, Ohio. The ABS Compounding Facility started operations in April 2024.

We are actively searching for new associates to join our team in Ravenna, Ohio to play an active and important role in starting up the ABS Compounding Facility!

Position Responsibilities:

• Support, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical equipment, electrical/electronic equipment, hydraulic equipment, and pneumatic equipment

• Support, maintain and troubleshoot mixing and extrusion equipment

• Proficient in reading electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and automation drawings

• Perform a wide range of mechanical repairs (i.e. conveyors, pumps, valves, mechanical drives)

• Perform basic electrical installations and repairs

• Perform and document preventative maintenance activities

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment

• Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn complex manufacturing systems

• Lead process improvement projects

• Vendor management – coordinating with vendors to install, maintain, and repair machines & equipment

• On-call manufacturing support for maintenance after hours and weekends

• Ability to work overtime as scheduled or needed

• Adhere to all safety standards (i.e. permit to work, lock-out and tag-out procedures)

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

• Proficiency is equipment repair and maintenance a plus

• Proficiency is small engine repair and maintenance a plus

• Proficiency in troubleshooting HVAC systems a plus

• Proficiency in welding a plus

• Proficiency in related construction fields (concrete, masonry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.) a plus

• Other duties as assigned

Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of technical maintenance experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

• Experience in managing service providers who handle specialized installation, maintenance, and repair of machines and equipment

• Knowledge of electrical/electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems

• Experience and expertise in leading other service technicians preferred

• Expertise in handling multiple projects and daily activities with timelines

• Demonstrated willingness to vocalize and review problems with supervisor and cross-functional team members in order to determine the best course of action

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to accurately perform basic computations

• Able to drive a tow motor and pallet-jack lift

• Able to transport tools and parts to needed locations within the plant and warehouse

• Able to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipment

• Ability to work with and / or manage contractors and subcontractors on projects and repairs

• Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime as required

• Ability to lift 40+ lbs.

• Ability to climb ladders

• Comfortable with working in a wide range of environments from interior to exterior, confined space, elevated platforms and heights.

LGCOP offers a very competitive compensation package, including:

Medical, dental, vision - Benefit eligibility begins on your first day of employment!

Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement plans with generous employer match

Vacation, Holidays, and Paid Time Off