Shift Mechanic

WHO WE ARE

We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2,800 employees, we are represented on three continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL® methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS® brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE®), which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive, construction, and medical technology industries.

Röhm is committed to operating with social responsibility, and  sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength, and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized, Röhm may be right for you.

WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS

The Maintenance Shift Mechanic is responsible for providing upkeep of all plant equipment and timely response to equipment failures.  They are responsive to production needs and strive to ensure safe and high quality operation of plant equipment at all times.  Function as part of the shift team and be familiar with all jobs performed by the shift. The position is critical to maintain OEE at desired levels.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Performs all duties in a safe and orderly manner, according to SOPs.  Correctly uses all safety equipment when applicable.  Adheres at all times to safety, operational hazards and environmental requirements.
• Performs all work in a timely and efficient manner.  Checks out completed work with Operators and ensures that the job is done correctly the first time. Trains operation’s personnel when necessary.
• Is aware of proper cleaning of maintenance shop equipment and performs this function after each use.
• Utilizes maintenance shop tools as needed, and ensures that they are replaced to the tool crib after completion of each job. Keeps personal tools organized and in working order.
• Returns unused spare parts to the stockroom and places them in the proper location.  Documenting the parts properly.
• Store spare parts requiring repairs in clean and orderly manner.
• Utilize SAP for work order management and completion including acquiring materials, dispositioning parts and tools,  and job assignment completion according to schedule requirements.
• Work from verbal and written instructions, including blue prints, schematic diagrams, sketches and bills of materials.  Consult technical manuals or factory specifications as required.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on schedule to ensure equipment uptime. This includes lubrications and alignments as directed.
• Be aware of proper operation of all equipment to include drill press, lathes, mills, welders, test equipment, calibration and test equipment, saws, grinders, presses, etc.
• Perform maintenance and repair and install standard components such as rollers, pulleys, shafts, couplings, chains, belts, cylinders, gear boxes, service elevators, etc.
• Install, clean, repair and maintain the following types of production and facility equipment:

• • Process material pumps, valves and related pipe for process material
  • Pneumatic and HVAC systems, including blowers, rotary valves, ducts, and other
  • Plumbing and sanitary facilities including drinking fountains, water heaters, lavatories and all related supply and drain piping.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and AC/DC electrical control circuits, including solid-state, as well as PLC’s, DC controllers and tension systems.
• Install, adjust, remove, repair and modify tachs, counters pulse generators, instruments, recording devices and indicators where they are a permanent part of equipment.
• Install new pneumatic and electronic instruments and control systems.  This includes adjustment, calibration and connection of all necessary tubing and wiring to ensure proper operation of the system.
• Use various types of welding, cutting, and soldering equipment to construct, modify or repair plant equipment and piping and structural steel as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• 3 years or more of experience as a Maintenance/Electrical Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Vocational training in electrical, mechanical or other maintenance related discipline preferred.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience including power distribution components and 3 phase motor experience
• Millwright experience including repair and maintenance of pumps, valves, piping, and pneumatic equipment (conveyor systems) preferred
• Experience utilizing PLC’s as a troubleshooting tool such as Allen Bradley models
• Experience utilizing electrical schematics, PID’s, equipment manuals and related drawings
• Capable of working with and understanding voltage configuration from low voltage DC to 13.8 KW AC.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive compensation and a benefits package that you’d expect from a global company: competitively priced medical, dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6% of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of life’s curve-balls.... and much more. You can find an overview of our  benefits on our careers page.

YOUR APPLICATION

Sounds interesting? Learn more about us and apply here:  . Realize your dreams at Röhm!

Röhm seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.