Maintenance Technician II

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician provides electrical, electronic, mechanical, and technical support for a chemical facility. This position requires strong problem solving, negotiation, communication, and organization skills, with a personal initiative to partner with operations and engineering to implement improvements in a research and development environment. Attention to detail and basic computer skills are required in order to document corrective actions. This position supports day-to-day operations as a technical resource for solving maintenance reliability issues. Individual must be able to work well in a team environment and provide training as directed by the Maintenance Manager. This position also requires an individual who possesses critical thinking skills and one who is proactive and reliable to support the department's objectives.

• Perform assignments with moderate supervision, such as troubleshooting equipment, installing new assets, etc.

• Ability to gather, analyze, interpret relevant data

• Develop solutions to problems of limited scope and complicity using basic scientific knowledge with strong supervision.

• Ability to identify problems and communicate to supervisor

• Contribute ideas and suggestions for improving department infrastructure and work processes

• Develop a network of colleagues within ML to obtain data, procedures, and advice

• Communicate project results internally (to supervisor, project leader, requester, etc.)

• Participate in PTD safety/waste programs and steadfastly adheres to safety policies/standards

• Understand Stepan databases (SAP, CMMS, Lotus Notes) to retrieve fundamental data for projects

• Understand established Stepan work processes to complete projects (SOP, MOC, AFE, JSA, PSM, ISO etc.)

• Use available resources and databases to search technical info

• Enter and maintain accurate CMMS records

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of relevant work experience; ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required

• Technical/Associates Degree preferred

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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.