Maintenance Technician

Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.

Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet. We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.

As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
• Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
• Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products

If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!

Summary

Bakelite’s Lufkin, TX Chemical Facility is seeking a qualified individual to join its manufacturing team as a Maintenance Technician. This position creates value by ensuring reliability of equipment to help meet and exceed the facility's goals for quality and production by inspecting, troubleshooting, and diagnosing mechanical related problems on all manufacturing equipment in accordance with plant policies and procedures. This is a Monday-Friday day shift position that will include occasional call-outs, evenings, and weekends.

Essential Functions

• Perform maintenance on all plant equipment as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Supply record of maintenance performed to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform fabrication, assembly, and erection of equipment and structures as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform routine scheduled inspections of equipment and report any abnormality to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Specific Duties

Safety and Accident Prevention

• Qualified to give on the spot first aid treatment.
• Be on the alert, at all times, for unsafe equipment or conditions.
• Work in a manner as to perform the job safely.
• Wear proper personal protective safety gear at all times and maintain safety gear in good condition.

Maintenance

• Perform preventative and repair maintenance on all plant equipment.
• Familiarize yourself with operating and maintenance manuals for all equipment.
• Perform maintenance in accordance with Bakelite guidelines.
• Perform boiler inspection and maintenance in accordance with Bakelite guidelines, state boiler codes, and insurance carrier requirements.
• Perform construction, installation, and modifications in accordance with engineering and management approved directives.

Housekeeping

• See that all materials, supplies, and equipment are kept in proper places.
• Maintain high standards for housekeeping. Clean up after every job.

Communication

• Coordinate with other departments on situations or actions which will affect their activities.
• Keep your supervisor informed concerning maintenance activities and safety.
• Keep all channels of communication open; up, down, and across (don’t become “isolated”).

Training

• Participate in training courses sponsored by the company.
• Learn and perform the duties of next job up in progression ladder.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have two years of maintenance manufacturing or power generation mechanical experience.
• Strong technical understanding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well and communicate in a timely manner with staff at all company levels.
• Ability to navigate computer maintenance management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings (P&ID, PFD, and Isometrics).
• Welding certification (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) is desired.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.