Maintenance Mechanic

With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.

Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, which focuses on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and chemical catalysis. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.

Department: Manufacturing 

Location: Marcus Hook, PA 

Travel Involved: 0-5%

Description: 

The Maintenance Mechanic position works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or the Lead Technician. This position is expected to perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on the facility’s equipment, including pumps, blowers, compressors, extruders, and heat exchangers. The candidate is expected to be knowledgeable about the use of hand & power tools and the operation of certain mobile equipment.

Requirements: 

• Five years of experience in the field of equipment maintenance in a manufacturing facility, such as Polymers, Chemical, or Refining. Good working knowledge as a multi-craft Maintenance Mechanic.
• Good working knowledge with the use of hand tools.
• Good working knowledge of:
  • Welding/Pipe Fitting
  • Crane Operation/Rigging
  • Install, align, and dismantle machinery and mechanical equipment
    • Use specialized tools such as laser alignment and dial indicators.
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
  • Read and interpretation of P&ID’s and machine drawings
• Candidate must be a self-motivated and self-directed individual, with good communication skills.
• Candidate must be able to adapt to change, be able to make change happen in the department and the plant.
• Candidate must be detail oriented.
• Received their training either through a formal apprenticeship program or through community colleges, combined with informal on-the-job training.

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience: 

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Technical certifications (preferred).
• NCCER certified (preferred).
• Equipment Operator certified (preferred). 
• Physically fit: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders and stairs.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office/SAP.

What we offer

At Braskem, we offer more than just a competitive pay package. Our total rewards package includes a wide range of benefits you need for every stage of your life. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Retirement Benefits
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Teladoc
• A wide range of voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Theft Insurance
• Flexible work schedules like 9/80 schedules for eligible team members

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future. Braskem is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees according to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.