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Job Title


Maintenance Mechanic


Company : Lanxess


Location : Perth Amboy, NJ


Created : 2024-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Who we are: LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available! Join our Team! Job Highlights * Helps to achieve maximum productivity within the department / plant by supporting the maintenance of all equipment, processes, pipings, insulation, etc. Shows initiative in troubleshooting problems to support the safety, achievement of production schedules, shipments, and other processes required to safely achieve compliance, good quality production and delivery of product ontime to customers. * Processes document, conducts inspections, and maintains records * Implements safe work practices including permit procedures, use of personal protective equipment, pretask hazard assessments, following procedures, housekeeping, etc. Mitigate & Reports unsafe act or condition * Demonstrates initiative to complete assigned work, support troubleshooting, and support others. Works with minimum of supervision. Assists and trains others in the department as necessary. Identifies and recommends improvement and cost saving ideas * Attends plant and departmental training and meeting as required. Supports team activities such as HAZOPS, JSAs, safety teams & initiatives, etc. * Familiar with, and able to implement, incident response procedures Requirements * Minimum education required: High School Diploma, Trade School Training on Mechanical Equipment, possible Welding and or pipefitter training * 3-5 years of experience * Demonstrated knowledge Familiar with all tools, pump repair & installation, pipefitting, equipment repair, etc. * Must be able to initiate PM maintenance * Preferable past experience in pump repairs * Welding/pipefitter experience What we offer you: * Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. * Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care. * Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. * Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning. * Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs. LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors. Join the LANXESS team! Requisition ID: 6287 Location: Perth Amboy, NJ, US, 08861 Work Arrangement: Onsite Level of Experience: Intermediate Nearest Major Market: New Jersey Job Segment: Maintenance Mechanic, Welding, Mechanic, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Operations