Maintenance Technician

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. Starting pay rate $37.34 per hour + $2.00 per hour shift differential for night shift *$2,000 Sign-On Bonus* SUMMARY Westlake Royal Building Products, a vinyl siding manufacturer in Columbus OH, has a full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician. This position is responsible for the preventative and routine maintenance functions for all extrusion equipment and support systems in all manufacturing facilities. This schedule for this position would be one of the following; Sunday-Tuesday and every other Saturday 7:00pm-7:00am Wednesday-Friday and every other Saturday 7:00pm-7:00am ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Good understanding of PC’s and PLC troubleshooting Installing new plant equipment Able to document changes, equipment modifications, and new installations Ability to plan work that requires knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and principals to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimal interruption to production Practice a predictive/preventative approach to electrical and mechanical maintenance issues Develop working mechanical and electrical knowledge of material conveying, process water, chilled water, and compressed air systems that support the production process. Includes proficiency at PMs and the rebuilding of equipment components Set up barrels and screws on extruders Set up all equipment for production runs Ability to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimum supervision Install power requirements for equipment modifications and installations Comply with company policies for software updating, filing, and archiving of PLC/PC applications Knowledge and experience with CMMS programs Comply with established safety rules and company policies and procedures QUALIFICATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS Minimum of five years electrical and mechanical experience in maintenance technician role Experience with blending and extrusion equipment preferred Electrical and Mechanical background; 3 phase, 480v power experience required Familiarity with PC and PLC equipment Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights Knowledge of 5S and lean principles SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to hold, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must lift, carry and/or move up to 50 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, mobility to cover 2 facilities (North & South Plant) is required. WORK ENVIRONMENT This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Noise level commensurate with large machinery. Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times and steel toed shoes and long pants are required. Temperatures in the building, although maintained, can be affected by outside weather conditions. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits). Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit