I&E Technician

OQ Chemicals Company Overview

World leader in Oxo Chemicals. Oxo products are the core competency of OQ Chemicals. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,400 OQ Chemicals employees worldwide.

At our plants in Germany, the USA, China and the Netherlands, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Under the direction of the I&E Lead or designee, the I & E Mechanic will install, calibrate and repair all equipment of the Operating Unit in order to safely meet requirements as stated in related Standard Maintenance Procedures using the Work Processes.

• Calibrate, troubleshoot, install and maintain plant wide Instrument and Control components used for process measurement and control in the Manufacturing Units
• Maintain complex control systems including various shut down systems interpret test results and apply necessary corrective action
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and company standards
• Ensure safety of personnel and maintenance of the equipment
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

• Associate Degree or higher in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology OR High school education/ equivalent and 5 years or more of relevant experience (ex: Journeyman I&E Mechanic)

• Knowledge of control systems
• Knowledge of various Safety Shutdown Systems
• 5 years of experience as a journeyman I&E Mechanic
• Knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of process, laboratory, and mechanical operations
• Previous experience in a leadership position
• Experience with safe work permits
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements
• Previous emergency response experience

• Must be willing to cross train on Electrical and Analyzer equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting/Root Cause Analysis and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with other mechanics and staff personnel (fluent in English)
• Must be able to read SMP and other manuals
• High attention to detail
• Desire to excel and achieve results
• Must be able to work as a team
• Must be able to work in an empowered workgroup with minimal supervision

Position requires working 10 hours/days 4 days/week with alternating scheduled weekend duty. May have to work overtime and callouts when required.

OQ Chemicals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Equity Health Fund for health and dependent care
• Disability Benefits
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Time Off for a balanced life
• Competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) plan with match and profit-sharing match