Maintenance Mechanic I

Job Summary

This position repairs and maintains assigned machinery and mechanical equipment, ensuring at all times that company safety rules are followed.

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.
• Perform preventive maintenance operations on machinery according to schedules.
• Install, rebuild, and repair a wide variety of machines as directed by the Maintenance Manager/supervisor.
• Service and maintain a limited range of building and production equipment following procedures.
• Analyze, detect, and determine the nature of problems, providing input on the extent of repairs required; troubleshoot and select materials needed for repairs.
• Notify Maintenance Manager of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken.
• Assemble, replace, or refit parts as warranted.
• Tear down and rebuild presses as needed to repair dies.
• Assist with building repairs.
• Replace and refit parts.
• Instruct and provide technical assistance to lower‑level mechanics as required.
• Follow and enforce company safety policies and procedures among maintenance mechanics at all times.
• Perform all other duties as requested or assigned.

• Industrial mechanical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, equipment manuals, and company procedures.
• Use hand and power tools, welding equipment, drill press, and other industrial repair equipment.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication skills and ability to read, speak, and write English (bilingual Spanish helpful).
• Ability to observe, identify, deduce, and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Quick learner and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Mathematical skills and computer skills.
• Industrial electrical skills preferred.

• Associate’s degree and/or post‑high‑school technical training highly desired, or equivalent experience.
• Two or more years of related experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Two or more years tearing down and rebuilding presses.
• Two or more years with tooling and dies.

• Will be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out.
• Stand for prolonged periods or remain in a stationary position.
• Perform repetitive movements.
• Bend and/or twist.
• Lift, move, or transport items up to 50 pounds.
• Move or traverse around the facilities.
• Work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision, and hard‑hat protection).

Pay: $35.13 per hour. Compensation reflects market data across multiple U.S. markets. Pay may vary based on location, knowledge, experience, and skillset. Additional compensation such as sign‑on payments and other benefits may be offered as part of a total compensation package, which includes medical and other benefits.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.