Mechanical Maintenance (Mechanic) Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world-scale integrated manufacturing facilities, we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers.  Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and manufacturing facilities located in the United States, Europe and China.  As a privately held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies.  Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways - within a stable and growing business.

Ascend is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance technician (i.e. mechanics) for our Chocolate Bayou plant located in Alvin, TX. The Mechanical maintenance technician will be responsible for the effective and efficient execution of mechanical maintenance work (e.g. pump repair).  The mechanic is expected to perform a quality repair (i.e. first time right) that ensures the reliable operation of the effected equipment.  Mechanical maintenance technicians are also expected to perform their tasks in a manner that ensures their safety as well as the safety of others and to recognize and mitigate any circumstance that could cause undue risk to the environment (e.g. reportable release).  Successful mechanics act responsibly and function effectively as an individual contributor in a team work environment.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Successful execution of assigned work without injury or incident
• Utilization of best-in-class work processes that result in effective and efficient work execution
• Quality workmanship that results in no rework and reliable startup and operation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adherence to all applicable safety policies and procedures
• Execution of mechanical maintenance including corrective, preventive and predictive activities
• Identification, procurement and utilization of proper repair materials and spare parts
• Perform root cause failure analysis to confirm the failure mechanism and prevent a recurrence
• Utilization of SAP (e.g. parts identification) and related systems including feedback as appropriate
• Support Maintenance Planners and Work Coordinators in planning and execution of their work
• Mark-up and feedback on master documents (e.g. drawings, BOM’s, repair procedures, etc.)
• Collaboration with reliability SME’s to design and implement solutions to extend equipment life
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions individually or in partnership with processors
• Develop new skills and capabilities that enhance their ability to contribute
• Actively engage in continuous improvement activities that result in improved performance
• Commit to and actively participate in equitable technician resource leveling, overtime allocation and vacation practices.
• Communicate and maintain procedures, policies, plant direction/results and programs.
• Ensure that training materials, procedures and records are maintained.
• Ensure that the MOC process is followed.
• Provide clear communication with management and operations team for all jobs.
• Ensure all safety meetings are attended within the group

TEAM

• Reports to: Mechanical Maintenance Front Line Lead
• Team Members: Mechanical Maintenance Technicians

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years’ mechanical maintenance experience in the process industry

DESIRED EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Technology or related discipline preferred
• NCCER or equivalent certification required, or attained within 12-18 months

REQUIRED SKILLS

SAFETY

• Must be able to demonstrate, based on past performance, personal safety management and adherence to safe work practices.
• Must be participant in working in, and continuing to foster, a safe work culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulatory/compliance issues and ESSH policies, guidelines and procedures in a highly hazardous chemical company is a plus.

TECHNICAL

• Proficiency with applicable mechanical maintenance tools and equipment
• Working knowledge of SAP and Window’s based programs (i.e. MS Office) preferred.

• Mechanical maintenance (i.e. millwright) skills with rotating and reciprocating equipment experience
• Proven ability to perform high level troubleshooting

TEAM

• Strong sense of ownership and a drive to improve existing systems and processes by creative and innovative approaches
• Solid interpersonal and organizational skills with excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.

• A strong bias to “act on facts”, probe and “test” logic and develop creative solutions.
• The confidence to deal with ambiguity and take risks to achieve better results while clearly articulating and planning to mitigate them if not fully successful
• Proactive team-building skills with the ability to work effectively throughout the organization in a fast-paced matrix-structured reporting organization.
• Collaborative working relationship with maintenance and production unit personnel

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

Skills Summary:

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.