Maintenance Specialist, Research and Development Department for Global Manufacturer

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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Job Purpose

Perform routine, preventive and emergency repairs on building and grounds, laboratory, equipment, and calibration to ensure day-to-day success operations in Resarch and Development to preserve AkzoNobel’s facility and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical issues on assigned equipment, planning for and taking corrective action. Will make necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain maximum production efficiency and quality. Will test equipment operation after repairs or installations are completed, notifying stakeholders of equipment operational status. Will also assist with new equipment installations as needed. 
• Monitor internally calibrated equipment used in Research and Development, maintaining associated documentation.
• Manage and monitor the listing of operational requirements, ensuring the execution of procurement activities.
• Perform minor repairs on flooring, concrete, drywall, and facility painting. Will repair and replace lighting, process, pneumatic, and water piping (potable and fire protection). Move furniture and miscellaneous boxes/files as required. 
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance on assigned equipment by visually inspecting, greasing, testing safety switches, measuring with go-no-go gauges, recording critical information, and oil analysis, reporting adverse findings to the Manager. To maximize equipment up-time, potential issues should be identified and either repaired immediately or scheduled for repairs to eliminate breakdowns during operation. 
• Comply with all Health, Safety and Environment policies.  Will report concerns which may have an adverse impact on health, safety and the environment.
• Attend monthly maintenance meetings.  Maintain a clean and safe area, working safely and ensuring the safety of team members.
• Adheres to AkzoNobel’s Code of Conduct.  
• Assist with on call duties after hours and weekends, as required.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years' related experience.  Vocational/military training will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend equipment repair manuals, standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Proficient in the safe use of a wide variety of hand tools, measuring devices (tape measures calipers, gauges, micrometers etc.), and power tools (table saw, cut off saw, bench grinders, sanders).
• Skillful in building repair and grounds maintenance to include carpentry, plumbing, pipefitting and related operations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess manual dexterity and have the ability to lift at least fifty-five (55) pounds.
• Must be able to stand or walk for hours.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to use ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and material handling equipment.
• Must have the ability to wear a respirator and other associated Health, Safety, and Environmental personal protective equipment.

Rewards and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position will be $28.00 - $32.00 based upon experience.  This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.  This salary range may also be modified in the future.

The position is eligible for overtime for hours worked more than forty (40) in a given work week.

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!  
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits 
Annual bonus 
401K retirement savings with 6% company match 
Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay 
Paid Parental leave 
Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks 
Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale 
Tuition Reimbursement 
Career growth opportunities 
Employee referral bonus 

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 53562

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