Preventive Maintenance

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 8,150 people, including more than 2,300 in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth.

The purpose of the Preventive Maintenance Operator is to maintain equipment in operational condition, prevent equipment failures, and provides production support relating to equipment issues and to coordinate maintenance requests for repair with the maintenance department.

• Performing corrective action measures as defined in the PM program procedure.
• Maintaining proper operation of the plant's safety features, including fire extinguishers and safety showers.
• Assisting with maintenance issues in the plant. This includes:
• Interacting with packagers, polymerizers, and supervisors to identify all maintenance and equipment issues in the plant.
• Keeping a record of all current maintenance and equipment issues.
• Helping to ensure these items are completed promptly.
• Assisting in the repair of these items as necessary.
• Assisting in the repair of rotary filter screens.
• Assisting in the cleaning and rebuilding of diaphragm pumps.
• Maintaining a clean work environment.
• Completing any other tasks as assigned by management.
• Obtain supplies as needed.
• Comply with all safety standards and rules as set by management, and using the correct protective gear.
• Comply with all environmental regulations:
  • Including, but not limited to.
    • Using proper waste disposal methods.
• Monitoring Storm drains.
• Maintain a clean work environment by completing routine and non-routine housekeeping.
• Assist other floor operators as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete other routine and non-routine jobs as directed by management.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent - Required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-3 Years - Prior manufacturing experience
• 0-3 Years - Prior chemical handling experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing and production
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments while wearing PPE
• Familiar with MS Word, Excel, and Access.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven teamwork
• Ability to address issues, follow up, and implement solutions as required.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Incidental Days
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development & Training

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.