Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Job at Bostik (Middleton, MA)

Salary: $46,700 - $65,000 pending experience

Health Benefits starting on Day 1 of your employment.

Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000

• Performs various plant maintenance functions to maintain the general operation of the facility.
• Responsible for safely inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining our plant systems and equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, chillers, reactor tanks, process heaters, and all associated instrumentation.
• Troubleshoots issues in partnership with our production operators and takes corrective actions needed to deliver reliable operation.
• Primary work schedule is on days following a 4‑10 schedule. Must be able to work overtime and be on 24/7 call one week every two months.

• Follow all EHS policies and practices. This includes compliance with environmental regulations and permits, quality systems, and safe work practices (Safe Work Permits, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, Line Breaks, etc.).
• Demonstrate commitment to all EHS matters through individual actions that include behavior‑based safety observations, hazard reduction opportunities, hazard recognition and safe work permit execution.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and generate work orders for repair as needed.
• Track PM and work order execution in the maintenance management program as required.
• Repair/rebuild valves, pumps, vacuum pumps, condensers, chillers, refrigeration, and other process equipment.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using a methodical approach.
• Install new equipment and support capital project activities.
• Participate in 5S, root cause problem solving, and other continuous improvement activities.
• Follow written instructions and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
• Support all manufacturing operations as appropriate.
• Follow proper procedures for the handling, storage, and transfer of hazardous and universal waste.
• Use hand and power tools as well as slings/rigging equipment.
• Operate fork truck, scissor lift, boom lift, and other material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair all manufacturing/facilities equipment on a timely basis to minimize equipment downtime.

• Bostik is an OSHA Process Safety Management facility, and our process involves hazardous chemicals. All PPE requirements must always be followed.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Works collaboratively with all department employees to solve problems and to ensure a quality product is produced.
• Work in a fast‑paced production environment where safety, accuracy, and attention to detail are required.
• Use computer for work order processing and training.
• High performing teams and excellent communications are standard for the facility.
• Must wear a cell phone and proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices.
• Complete all mandatory company safety training requirements.
• Complete all work following all Bostik safety procedures and requirements.
• Maintain equipment and report issues to management as needed.
• Document all activities in the work order system and communicate progress.
• Understand equipment failures and put actions in place to improve and prevent repeat issues.
• Responsiveness to production and other customers along with problem solving and learning.
• Willingness to learn complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (single‑loop controllers, PLCs).
• Reduce repeat failures to lower costs and improve productivity.

• High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
• Some technical training or college preferred.
• Industrial process maintenance experience highly valued.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience preferred.
• Use of hand and power tools as well as forklifts, scissor lifts, and slings/lifting equipment.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Frequent work from ladders and elevations.
• Must be able to sit (10%), walk (25%), and stand (65%) daily.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs infrequently, and up to 10 lbs frequently.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Production and Engineering

• Chemical Manufacturing