Hours: 11:30pm- 7:30am Sunday through Thursday

SUMMARY

This role is a maintenance technician role that may be focused on people, process and/or systems as it pertains to the upkeep and/or repair of all plant processes, systems, buildings, and production equipment. The Maintenance Technician's ability to respond by use of effective mechanical, electrical, process or support systems skills is critical for success in this position. The position also works to eliminate failures resulting in downtime having a direct impact on the plant and the overall available operating systems

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with Westlake safety policies and procedures
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture.
• Ability to solve practical mechanical/process problems and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to understand and follow verbal, written, or diagram instructions
• Communicate with shift supervisors, and other line support regarding maintenance issues
• Ensure proper performance of all plant maintenance processes/systems and production equipment through effective use of planning, troubleshooting and/or diagnostics skills.
• Ensure proper preventative maintenance on all plant systems and production equipment to maximize machine uptime
• Ensure compliance with all maintenance processes and work being performed
• Assist in determining necessary actions to address quality issues on molds, stones, and production equipment, as necessary.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

• Housekeeping standards
• Attend huddle meetings
• Complete assigned work orders
• Ensure compliance with all maintenance work being performed
• Keep maintenance leadership informed of maintenance issues
• Generates work orders and closes them out in CMMS
• Professional craftsmanship
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Perform at an acceptable level as required to meet or exceed daily safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure facility meets department standards

• Mechanical/electrical troubleshooting
• Blueprint/ diagram reading
• Familiar with PLC's
• Ability to fabricate components using machine tools, welder, torch, and metal working tools
• Safely operate mobile equipment (i.e. forklift, scissor lift, boom lift, etc.)
• Ability to work well with others and take lead of projects

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Two or more years of maintenance work experience and/or training in an industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining industrial equipment (i.e., conveyors, gear boxes, hydraulic, extrusion, water systems, pumps, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Prolong standing or in stationary position for up to 12 hours performing shift work
• Complete repetitive movements
• Bend or twist
• Wear all required personal protective equipment
• Work in constant noise above 85 decibels
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ascend or descend stairs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to work well in a team environment

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations
• Must have the ability to multi-task

• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Must be able to problem solve and use basic trouble shooting skills
• Must be able to work independently and use good judgment
• Ability to maintain attention to detail
• Ability to hear audible noises
• Ability to distinguish basic colors

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

• Operate a computer or other keyboard instrument
• Proficient with Microsoft suite
• CAD experience desired

Westlake Management Services, Inc. is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants to join our company and to succeed as members of our team regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.