Maintenance Superintendent
INEOS Belgium, Ashtabula, OH, United States
At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end‑uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.
About the Role
The Maintenance Superintendent role provides overall planning and execution oversight for the repair, replacement, rebuild, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of rotating equipment, fixed equipment, mobile equipment, instrumentation, analyzers, electrical and general facility maintenance to maximize plant availability in a sustainable, cost‑effective manner. The goal is to minimize operational risks and ensure safe, reliable, legally compliant, environmentally sound and profitable plant operation. The superintendent reports directly to the ASH Maintenance Manager, works a day shift, and holds a Safety Critical position.
Responsibilities
Champion the INEOS 20 principles of Process and Behavioral Safety and Life Saving Rules.
Ensure assets are maintained within their designed parameters and appropriate standards.
Maintain the safety performance of the team within the area of responsibility.
Drive towards SHE (including process safety) targets and demonstrate improvements for employees and contractors.
Complete all computer‑based safety training and ensure employees in the area of responsibility do likewise.
Attend scheduled safety meetings and ensure employees in the area of responsibility attend as well.
Plan effectively and execute maintenance activities efficiently.
Ensure staff are competent on all policies and regulations.
Adhere to API, ASME and ANSI standards and industry practices.
Lead planning and organization alignment processes between Operations, Mechanical Integrity and Reliability Teams to improve manufacturing performance.
Support and implement availability improvement strategies.
Develop, support, and implement cost‑reduction strategies.
Forecast spending patterns for the year.
Set and meet budget requirements by efficiently managing resources.
Report on maintenance performance and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Participate in and lead improvement teams assembled to improve safety, reliability, and cost of operating plant equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You should possess:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred).
If not meeting the educational requirement, minimum high school diploma or equivalent plus 10 years of relevant leadership experience in manufacturing.
Experience as a supervisor/manager with highly developed knowledge of operations or maintenance.
Maintenance Management: Knowledge of maintenance requirements for chemical processing plant units and ability to develop processes, procedures, and systems to meet safety, health, environmental, reliability, and product quality standards.
People Management: Knowledge of people‑management processes; ability to lead, motivate, evaluate, and reward personnel.
Knowledge of electrical equipment, instruments, pneumatic devices, and various machinery.
Mechanical aptitude – use of precision measurement tools and assembly techniques.
Understanding of chemistry and physics.
Understanding of welding principles.
Experience with equipment vibration and alignment.
Experience and knowledge of API, ANSI, ASME industry standards.
Working knowledge of chemical/industrial equipment function, design, and regulatory requirements and PSM mechanical integrity.
ISO system and procedures knowledge.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
Six Sigma training is a plus.
Benefits
INEOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability with a buy‑up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy‑up option for self and dependents, and a 401(k) with company match.
Job Details
Location: Ashtabula, United States
Discipline: Maintenance
Type: Full‑time
Business: INEOS Pigments
Posted: 16 April 2026
Requisition ID: 62155
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About the Role
The Maintenance Superintendent role provides overall planning and execution oversight for the repair, replacement, rebuild, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of rotating equipment, fixed equipment, mobile equipment, instrumentation, analyzers, electrical and general facility maintenance to maximize plant availability in a sustainable, cost‑effective manner. The goal is to minimize operational risks and ensure safe, reliable, legally compliant, environmentally sound and profitable plant operation. The superintendent reports directly to the ASH Maintenance Manager, works a day shift, and holds a Safety Critical position.
Responsibilities
Champion the INEOS 20 principles of Process and Behavioral Safety and Life Saving Rules.
Ensure assets are maintained within their designed parameters and appropriate standards.
Maintain the safety performance of the team within the area of responsibility.
Drive towards SHE (including process safety) targets and demonstrate improvements for employees and contractors.
Complete all computer‑based safety training and ensure employees in the area of responsibility do likewise.
Attend scheduled safety meetings and ensure employees in the area of responsibility attend as well.
Plan effectively and execute maintenance activities efficiently.
Ensure staff are competent on all policies and regulations.
Adhere to API, ASME and ANSI standards and industry practices.
Lead planning and organization alignment processes between Operations, Mechanical Integrity and Reliability Teams to improve manufacturing performance.
Support and implement availability improvement strategies.
Develop, support, and implement cost‑reduction strategies.
Forecast spending patterns for the year.
Set and meet budget requirements by efficiently managing resources.
Report on maintenance performance and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Participate in and lead improvement teams assembled to improve safety, reliability, and cost of operating plant equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You should possess:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred).
If not meeting the educational requirement, minimum high school diploma or equivalent plus 10 years of relevant leadership experience in manufacturing.
Experience as a supervisor/manager with highly developed knowledge of operations or maintenance.
Maintenance Management: Knowledge of maintenance requirements for chemical processing plant units and ability to develop processes, procedures, and systems to meet safety, health, environmental, reliability, and product quality standards.
People Management: Knowledge of people‑management processes; ability to lead, motivate, evaluate, and reward personnel.
Knowledge of electrical equipment, instruments, pneumatic devices, and various machinery.
Mechanical aptitude – use of precision measurement tools and assembly techniques.
Understanding of chemistry and physics.
Understanding of welding principles.
Experience with equipment vibration and alignment.
Experience and knowledge of API, ANSI, ASME industry standards.
Working knowledge of chemical/industrial equipment function, design, and regulatory requirements and PSM mechanical integrity.
ISO system and procedures knowledge.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
Six Sigma training is a plus.
Benefits
INEOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability with a buy‑up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy‑up option for self and dependents, and a 401(k) with company match.
Job Details
Location: Ashtabula, United States
Discipline: Maintenance
Type: Full‑time
Business: INEOS Pigments
Posted: 16 April 2026
Requisition ID: 62155
#J-18808-Ljbffr