Mechanic / Millwright

Job Highlights

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and safety orientated individual for the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic position. A Industrial Maintenance Mechanic performs planned maintenance, unplanned maintenance, new equipment installations, and retrofits within a chemical plant environment. The successful applicant works safely and can work well independently as well within a multidisciplinary team. The individual also has strong critical thinking ability during troubleshooting situations.

Main Responsibilities

• Work safely in a chemical plant environment as part of a team, or in an individual setting, complying with all LANXESS safety procedures and standards to complete planned and unplanned maintenance tasks as scheduled or assigned, including servicing, repairing or overhauling production machinery
• Maintain all tools, work areas, and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion per Lanxess standards, including periodic tool inspections
• Is trained, certified and competent on the use of all equipment, tools, and procedures required to carry out this trade
• Understand and interpret OEM equipment manuals (including drawings and schematics) as required to complete repairs/installations
• Work on jobs with other crafts, work groups and contractors, communicate information pertaining to the repair in a timely manner
• Work with Production & Maintenance to obtain safe work permits
• Responsible for compliance with site behavioral standards. It is expected that only the highest ethical and behavioral standards will be maintained on this site. Encourage positive behaviors within the group (safety, quality, cleanliness) and not accepting mediocrity
• Work schedules may include overtime from time to time, on call during weekends via pager system and is an expectation for employment
• Maintains site and industry specific safety training as required in a timely manner
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis for incidents and failures as required
• Train on and utilize technologies to improve accuracy and reliability of repairs as required
• Perform data entry tasks on tablets/computers for daily activities as required
• Participate in Failure mode evaluations to increase reliability in plant equipment

Experience / Skills

• Certified Ontario Industrial Millwright
• Confined Space Hazards training
• Experience with safety permitting systems
• Be familiar with a working environment that involves pipe lines, pumps, agitators, filters and heat exchangers
• Can read and interpret manuals and drawings (e.g. blueprints, schematics, technical drawings)
• Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred
• As part of maintenance coverage for the plant, this role will be required to be on call every fifth weekend
• Familiar with Root Cause Analysis and FMEA principals an asset
• Able to utilize technology such as Laser alignment, Vibration analysis, Infrared, and Oil analysis to name a few
• Familiar and comfortable with computers and tablets for data entry, and work order processing
• Be familiar, and comfortable working with programs such as excel, word, and SAP

Employee Type Regular

Who we are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 11,800 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

The Elmira facility is a state of the art production facility used to manufacture synthetic lubricants and additives for lubricants, plastics and rubber. In addition to the main production facilities we have a comprehensive wastewater treatment system that is used to treat all of the process wastewater that is generated on site, and a groundwater treatment system to remove historic contaminants prior to discharge. The Elmira site is also home to a pilot plant, which is used by our scientists and engineers to develop and test new products and production processes.

Situated on 75 acres (of which 22 acres are used for operations), the manufacturing facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our hourly employees are represented by the United Steelworkers Union.

Both sites (Elmira and West Hill) are registered under the ISO 9001 quality management and ISO 14001 environmental management standards.

What we offer

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, the starting pay rate for this position is $48.36 per hour.
• 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 At LANXESS, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We adhere to all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment, including the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all candidates.

At LANXESS, we use AI-enabled tools to screen and sort applications based on job-related criteria, including relevant keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review the results, and a human makes all decisions about which candidates move forward in the recruitment process.

LANXESS is dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We promote a culture of respect, integrity, and teamwork, where differences are celebrated and embraced as essential components of our success. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities to ensure their equal participation in the application and interview process.