Process Equipment Reliability Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Join PPG in Oak Creek, WI as a Process Equipment Reliability Mechanic

Are you the go-to fixer for complex electro-mechanical systems? Do you thrive in a chemical plant environment where safety and precision matter?

• Compensation: Starting at $33.40 per hour + $0.80 shift differential
• Hours: Evening shift, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM
• Location: Oak Creek, Wisconsin

What you’ll do

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues across reactors, mills, mixers, HVAC, and facility utilities.
• Install and commission equipment; execute scheduled PMs; complete assigned work orders.
• Follow site SOPs, lockout/tagout, and all safety protocols without exception.
• Drive root cause analysis and put long-term corrective actions in place to prevent repeat failures.

What you bring

• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs during the shift.
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings preferred.
• Willingness to take on any assignment and work overtime when needed.
• Clean-shaven to ensure proper PPE seal and fit.
• Solid mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Comfort working in a chemical manufacturing facility.

Grow with PPG

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Pay, benefits, and transparency

Compensation and benefits vary by location to keep our offerings competitive. We weigh skills, experience, training, education, licenses/certifications, and business needs when determining pay. Additional incentives may apply.

Our benefit programs support your health and well-being. Coverage and eligibility are governed by plan documents and terms. A recruiter will review details during the hiring process.

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