Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

"We connect science to life for a better future."With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest science and chemical companies in the world. With its rapid growth, LG Chem endeavors to become a 'Global Top 5 Chemical Company' with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.

LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. From the in frangible facial cream lid to the world’s most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.

Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customers and is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.

We are actively searching for a Maintenance Technician to play an active role in servicing our ABS Compounding Facility. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing, maintaining and adjusting all machinery and equipment in the plant. He or she also troubleshoots problems dealing with machines. In addition, he or she is responsible for any other task the Maintenance Supervisor deems necessary.

The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Hours of 3rd shift:
Sunday evening to Friday morning - 10:45 PM to 7:15 AM3rd Shift Premium: $1.50 per hour Essential Function:

Support, maintain and troubleshoot electrical/electronic equipment, mechanical equipment, hydraulic equipment, and pneumatic equipment

Support, maintain and troubleshoot mixing and extrusion equipment

Proficient in reading electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and automation drawings

Perform a wide range of mechanical repairs (i.e. conveyors, pumps, valves, mechanical drives)
Perform basic electrical installations and repairs

Perform and document preventative maintenance activities

Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment

Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn complex manufacturing systems

On-call manufacturing support for maintenance after hours and weekends

Ability to work overtime as scheduled or needed

Adhere to all safety standards (i.e. permit to work, lock-out and tag-out procedures)
Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Proficiency in troubleshooting HVAC systems a plus Proficiency in welding and fabrication a plus Proficiency in related construction fields (concrete, masonry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.) a plus Perform total productive maintenance (TPM) tasks as scheduled.

Consult the Maintenance Lead to determine critical spare parts for any new or modified equipment.

Other duties as assigned

Skills /

Competencies:

5+ years of technical experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Experience in managing service providers who handle specialized installation, maintenance, and repair of machines and equipment

Working knowledge of electrical/electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems

Expertise in handling multiple projects and daily activities with timelines

Demonstrated willingness to vocalize and review problems with supervisor and cross-functional team members in order to determine the best course of action

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to accurately perform basic computations

Able to drive a tow motor and pallet-jack lift

Able to transport tools and parts to needed locations within the plant and warehouse

Able to access all areas of the plant…