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Overview

Westlake Plastics is a world-leading manufacturer in extrusion and compression molding technologies of high-performance thermoplastics, celebrating 75 years of success. They offer a competitive salary and benefits for the full-time Preventative Mechanical Maintenance Technician position.

Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all equipment.
  • Conduct fire extinguisher and crane inspections.
  • Document maintenance activities as required by ISO regulations.
  • Perform a variety of preventative maintenance tasks including mechanical, electrical, pipe fitting, and welding.
  • Install electrical and mechanical parts and troubleshoot related issues.
  • Diagnose and maintain repairs of plant equipment.
  • Ensure operation of machines and mechanical equipment in various manufacturing divisions.
  • Identify and correct mechanical and electrical defects before failure.
  • Complete preventive maintenance requirements to ensure proper operation of machinery.
  • Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation.
  • Remove defective parts using hoists, hand, and power tools.
  • Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories.
  • Communicate actions, irregularities, and needs of various equipment.
  • Perform routine maintenance of an office environment.
  • Use multi-meter, megohmmeter, infrared thermography camera, and calibration testers.
  • Complete CMMS work orders and PMs.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years minimum experience in a mechanical role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience troubleshooting, installing, aligning, dismantling, repairing, and maintaining large industrial machines.
  • Ability to troubleshoot issues with bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, and conveyors.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Relevant degrees and/or certifications are preferred.
  • Machine Maintenance: 1 year (Required).
  • Maintenance: 1 year (Required).
  • Electrical: 1 year (Preferred).

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k
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