Maintenance Mechanic Job
Arkema Inc, Riverside Gardens, KY, United States
Maintenance Mechanic – Louisville
Reports to Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities
Safely inspect, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, chillers, reactor tanks, process heaters, and associated instrumentation.
Conduct preventative maintenance inspections, generate work orders, and perform repairs or rebuilds of valves, pumps, vacuum pumps, condensers, chillers, refrigeration units, and other process equipment.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using a systematic approach, collaborate with production operators, and execute corrective actions to maintain reliable operations.
Install new equipment and support capital project activities.
Participate in 5S, root‑cause problem solving, and other continuous‑improvement initiatives.
Follow written instructions and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
Support all manufacturing operations during assigned shifts.
Follow proper procedures for handling, storing, and transferring hazardous waste.
Utilize hand and power tools, slings/rigging equipment, fork truck, scissor lift, and boom lift as required.
Document all activities in the work order system and communicate progress to relevant stakeholders.
Understand equipment failures and implement actions to prevent repeat issues, thereby reducing downtime and improving productivity.
Maintain high hygiene and safety standards in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.
Work Environment
The facility follows OSHA Process Safety Management and handles highly hazardous chemicals; all PPE requirements must be followed.
Work is independent yet collaborative across departments to ensure product quality.
The environment is fast‑paced, requiring safety, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Ability to work under high‑pressure conditions with competing priorities and minimal supervision.
Computer use for work order processing and training.
Qualifications / Experience
High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
Some technical training or college education preferred.
Industrial process maintenance experience highly valued.
Minimum 3‑5 years of experience preferred but not required.
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Sound decision‑making and problem‑solving ability.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn complex electro‑mechanical systems, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and industrial control systems such as single‑loop controllers and PLCs.
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Reports to Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities
Safely inspect, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, chillers, reactor tanks, process heaters, and associated instrumentation.
Conduct preventative maintenance inspections, generate work orders, and perform repairs or rebuilds of valves, pumps, vacuum pumps, condensers, chillers, refrigeration units, and other process equipment.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using a systematic approach, collaborate with production operators, and execute corrective actions to maintain reliable operations.
Install new equipment and support capital project activities.
Participate in 5S, root‑cause problem solving, and other continuous‑improvement initiatives.
Follow written instructions and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
Support all manufacturing operations during assigned shifts.
Follow proper procedures for handling, storing, and transferring hazardous waste.
Utilize hand and power tools, slings/rigging equipment, fork truck, scissor lift, and boom lift as required.
Document all activities in the work order system and communicate progress to relevant stakeholders.
Understand equipment failures and implement actions to prevent repeat issues, thereby reducing downtime and improving productivity.
Maintain high hygiene and safety standards in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.
Work Environment
The facility follows OSHA Process Safety Management and handles highly hazardous chemicals; all PPE requirements must be followed.
Work is independent yet collaborative across departments to ensure product quality.
The environment is fast‑paced, requiring safety, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Ability to work under high‑pressure conditions with competing priorities and minimal supervision.
Computer use for work order processing and training.
Qualifications / Experience
High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
Some technical training or college education preferred.
Industrial process maintenance experience highly valued.
Minimum 3‑5 years of experience preferred but not required.
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Sound decision‑making and problem‑solving ability.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn complex electro‑mechanical systems, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and industrial control systems such as single‑loop controllers and PLCs.
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