As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLDFrom the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.Chemours has General Mechanic positions available within our growing Maintenance team! This position will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor at our Belle, West Virginia location.The employee must be able to work 12 hour rotating shift including weekends and overtime, ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, climb ladders, wear industrial safety equipment; hard hat, gloves (both leather and chemical), hearing protection, FR clothing, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, goggles, respirators, chemical suit, lift up to 50 lbs., stand on his/her feet for extended periods of time and be physically flexible including bending, rotating, kneeling.Repairs and maintains machinery using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring and testing instruments. Engages in rebuilding, repairing, and maintaining a variety ofmachines and equipment. Includes pipefitting, millwright, rigging and boilermaker skills. Serves on the site Emergency Response Team.The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Locks, tag, clears and tries various equipment and systems and performs first breaks in order to ensure equipment is safe to work on.
Safely maintain all plant equipment, such as valves, pumps, agitators, fans, conveyors, piping, insulation, etc. per oral and written instructions.
Assist in the implementation and improvement of effective preventive maintenance programs for all equipment, performing scheduled maintenance on facilities and production equipment as required.
Interpret single line diagrams, piping schematics and mechanical drawings
Troubleshoot and dismantle defective machines/equipment and installs new or repaired equipment or parts.
Safely perform work outdoors during all types of weather conditions.
Model appropriate behavior for: Safety Health Environment, Process Safety Management and Ethics and Core Values.
Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
Must have demonstrated human relations ability to show teamwork and resolving problems together; ability to develop effective working relationships with outside vendors, contractors and customers as well as internal personnel.
Responsible for sharing job related information to trainees, other mechanics, to maintain and repair mechanical equipment and systems.
Other general maintenance work as needed
Audit work for completeness and quality.
Enter information in SAP to manage and complete Maintenance Work Orders
Communicate closely with Maintenance Supervisor, Production Supervisor, and Maintenance Specialist
Work closely with Technical Engineers and Area Supervisor on Tasks and Projects
Participate in Mechanical Reliability Team & Improvement Efforts
Communicate status of equipment repairs / equipment issues to team (daily)
Manage completion of Pre-Startup reviews maintenance punch list items
Act as an emergency responder on the site Emergency Response Team
The following is required for this role:
High School or GED Equivalent
1-year minimum experience in the field of Industrial Mechanical Maintenance
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently without accommodation
Must have excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, reach overhead, climb ladders and stairs.
Must be able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as a Level A suit, full face respirator (no facial hair), SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus), safety glasses, steel toes, Tyvek, hearing protection and gloves
Must have previous experience with manufacturing equipment, such as, pumps, piping, valves, filters, conveyors, etc.
Knowledge and experience working with cranes & utilizing rigging equipment.
Strong work ethic, discipline, and high attention to detail
Proficiency in the use of computers and the following computer applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
Applicant must successfully complete a validated aptitude test used in our hiring process and a skills assessment during the interview process.
Must be willing and able to work a 12 hr rotating shift including weekends and overtime required to meet production needs within existing policies.
Must be willing to work both with an integrated team as well as independently
The following is preferred for this role:
3-5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and experience reading P&ID’s
SAP-PM experience
Proficient troubleshooting skills
Benefits:Competitive CompensationComprehensive Benefits Packages401(k) MatchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsLearning and Development OpportunitiesStrong Inclusion and Diversity InitiativesCompany-paid Volunteer DaysWe’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® .Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. (https://www.chemours.com/en/careers)Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.Chemours is an E-Verify employerCandidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodationImmigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this positionAt Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.A new company. A new purpose. A new commitment to customers and chemistry. We are Chemours. And even more exciting is how our employees are committed to be catalysts for better. The word “ours” is in our name intentionally. It is about our employees, our customers and our world. Our values are simple: We seek to put our customers first always. We encourage creativity and simplicity. We give you the ability to operate with the innovation and enthusiasm of an entrepreneur. We are obsessed with making our world safe and we do this all with unshakable integrity – doing what is right. See chemistry in a different way at Chemours.PLEASE USE A WEB BROWSER OTHER THAN INTERNET EXPLORER IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES (CHROME, FIREFOX, SAFARI, ETC.)