Maintenance 1&E 4

POSITION OVERVIEW

There is a job opening for a Maintenance Mechanic at Ascend Performance Materials’ Pensacola site. Normal working hours are 0630-1700, Monday-Thursday. Successful candidates will be required to pass a written mechanical skills assessment test. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude and show personal initiative while striving to satisfy customer needs through high quality maintenance and repair of critical plant equipment.
• Work with Operations Coordinators, Lead Craftsmen, Planners, and Maintenance FLL’s  to identify and resolve improvement opportunities related to work execution and equipment reliability.
• Execute assigned work safely, effectively, and with high quality in support of the daily operations and maintenance plan.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment by using an analytical, step by step process, standard maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.                                                   
• Contribute to the shops’ safety process, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) development, and instructing others on the proper use of equipment and tools.
• Use SAP to enter notification and/or create work orders, enter job history, and reserve materials.
• If a shift craftsman, update the Priority Orders system daily with findings after working on equipment in the field.

REPORTS TO

• Maintenance FLL

TEAM

• Maintenance FLL
• Craftsmen
• Operations Coordinators

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years proven hands-on Industrial Maintenance experience.
• Ability to work closely with key maintenance and operations personnel in providing effective and quality results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and understand equipment specifications, technical information, detailed drawings and prints.
• Must be able to produce sketches and provide inspection documentation that is required when evaluating complex equipment.
• Fundamental shop math knowledge and the application of. (Manipulation of fractions, decimals, basic geometry and trigonometry.)
• Skilled in the use of various precision measurement tools. (Vernier & dial calipers, ID & OD micrometers, dial indicators and set up tooling.)
• Ability to understand and follow preventive maintenance plans and strategies.
• Skilled in coupling alignment utilizing laser equipment and/or reverse dial indicator methods.
• Knowledge of various types of and proper application of fasteners, gaskets, tubing, and piping.

Desired Knowledge

• 5 years proven hands-on Industrial Maintenance experience in the major overhaul of critical equipment. (Air & process compressors, steam turbines, centrifuges, pumps, gearbox drives, blowers, and fans.)
• Ability to operate both conventional and complex diagnostic instruments.
• Hands-on experience and fundamental knowledge in the areas of vibration analysis, rotor balancing, and lubrication.
• Experience in the safe operation of basic Machine shop equipment. (Lathes, mills, drill press, mag-base drill, and various grinding equipment.)
• Welding, cutting, soldering/brazing and arc gouging.
• Able to document findings and summarize in written reports.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Management of Change (MOC) processes.

Specific Job Requirements

• Daily work activities will include shop and/or field troubleshooting, repairs, overhauls, and performing preventive maintenance activities on any equipment supported in the plant.
• Lift and carry equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds for distances of up to ten (10) feet.
• Have the ability to climb, bend, stretch, crawl, and position yourself in cramped areas to build and repair material and equipment.
• Individuals will be expected to perform work at a high level of precision, quality and cost effectiveness while providing significant contributions in a team environment.
• This is a demanding assignment where technical abilities, equipment knowledge and dedication to customer needs are essential.
• Overtime is required as needed in support of plant operations.
• Mechanics will be utilized across the site to support shutdowns, emergencies, and specific skills as determined by maintenance leadership.
• Actively participate in safety processes and instruct others on the proper and safe use of equipment and tools.
• Execute work safely, effectively, and with high quality in support of the daily operations and maintenance plan.
• Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude and show personal initiative while striving to satisfy customer needs through high quality maintenance and repair of critical plant equipment.
• Work with operations, maintenance leadership, planner/scheduler to identify and resolve improvement opportunities related to work execution and equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment by using an analytical step-by-step process, standard maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.   
• Must be able to perform and repair proper maintenance on control valves, manual valves, manual ram valves, and conservation vent valves.
•  Must be able to read and interpret manufacture drawings and parts diagrams.
• Must be able to perform precise measurements of various parts associated with valve repairs.
• Must be able to perform detailed scopes of work for all valve repairs.
• Must have a good understanding of hazards associated with actuator disassembly and be able to interpret information from manuals to determine safe disassembly of spring-loaded actuators.
• Must be able to determine specific metallurgies for critical parts on various valves across the site.
• Must be able to communicate with various valve vendors when repairing valves back to OEM specs.

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.