A bit about us:

Based in LA, we are a Chemical Plant that is rapidly growing looking for a strong Industrial Mechanic to join our dynamic team! The ideal candidate must have experience with gear boxes, compressors mechanical seals and water pumps. In addition, must have forklift experience. 1st shift.

If you have at least 3 years of Industrial Mechanical experience in a manufacturing plant, please apply below!!

Why join us?

  • Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching
  • Employee Stock Purchasing Plan with employee discount
  • Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
  • Wellness program

Job Details

  • Perform maintenance on facility buildings, manufacturing equipment, various pumps, motors, piping, reactors, tanks, boilers to support 24 hour operations of a Specialty Chemical Manufacturing Plant
  • Work in the field, outdoors and in the mechanic’s skill area performing fabrication, erection, cutting, drilling, fitting and assembly of pipe and other equipment at various heights and on ladders, scaffolds and in pits as needed
  • Operate Forklifts to move equipment, heavy loads and drums to work area
  • Read and interpret blueprints, assembly diagrams, P&IDs and Isometric drawings
  • Work from drawings, sketches & by following verbal or written instructions
  • Work safely with and around toxic and corrosive chemicals wearing proper safety equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, chemical resistant suit, dust mask, rubber gloves, respirator, safety boots, rain protection gear, apron and other equipment as required
  • Promote Quality by demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness within safety / OSHA guidelines
  • Observe All Safety, Security & Hazmat procedures using equipment and materials properly; following instructions and in case of an emergency
  • Diagnose complex equipment failures, dismantle and reassemble complex equipment
  • Install and rearrange complex equipment
  • Maintain order; clean debris and lubricant from parts, work area and equipment
  • Operate pipe-threading machines
  • Physical activities include climbing scaffolding, ladders, working at various heights; lifting 25 pounds regularly;
  • Supervise and direct work of junior mechanics or helpers as required
  • Complete routine paper work and maintain accurate records
  • Prioritize and plan work activities to complete work in timely manner & meet productivity expectations
  • Solve problems, offer creative solutions, communicate ideas effectively
  • Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; translate concepts into images; modify designs
  • Rotating shift – 7 day with shift differential
  • Must be able to pass post-offer background checks and other appropriate tests as required

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in an Industrial / Manufacturing plant
  • Experience working in a manufacturing plant with Hazardous materials (toxic, flammable, corrosive chemicals)
  • Demonstrated use of various mechanic’s tools, inspection gauges and power tools such as grinders, cutters, drills, etc.
  • Proven ability to diagnose, repair and maintain pumps commonly found in a chemical manufacturing plant including centrifugal, diaphragm, vacuum, metering, canned motor, magnetic drive, gear / positive displacement
  • Maintenance of gearboxes, centrifuges, piping & operating pipe-threading machines
  • Requires experience reading and following blue prints, mechanical / Assembly Diagrams, P&IDs and Isometric Drawings
  • Operate a Forklift (sit down)
  • Ability to perform duties wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respirators (half-face, full-face, supplied air), masks, gloves, boots, chemical resistant suit while following safety procedures
  • Knowledge of performing general fire safety tasks, working with firefighting equipment and chemical fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers
  • Follow and interpret product SDS / MDS guidelines and instructions
  • Computer skills including Microsoft WORD & EXCEL to provide documentation and prepare reports
  • Math skills, calculations, reading and create / draw graphs, measurements, ratios, percentages