Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Purpose: Thispositionsupports the maintenanceand engineeringoperationsof theMississippiplantto ensure the company's business, economic,and compliance targets are met. JobFunctions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal): EssentialJobFunctions: Leadership ProvidesSHE (Safety/Health/Environmental) leadership anddirectionbyactivelyandpositivelysupporting and developinginitiatives forSHEimprovement. Ensures safe operation of maintenance team providing training and enforcing safety rules and procedures. Inconjunctionwith EHSteam,effectivelymanagetheLDARprogram. Maintains policies and procedures required to maintain, strengthen, and support the IMS and PSM processes Supportsmaintenanceworkplanning/schedulingprocesses.Develop,implement,andtrackprocesses/procedures/metrics. Identifiesideasandexecuteinitiativestoimproveoperationalperformance Overseecontractoractivitiestoensuretheycomplywithestablishedcompanystandards. Identify and maintain relationships with contractors when outside mechanical maintenance is required. Monitorsandensuresintegrityofthephysicalplant (buildings,roofs,etc.) Provide leadership to the mechanical maintenance resources, administering the maintenance processes and budget, monitoring performance indicators, and assisting in or executing capital projects Mechanical Reliability Strives to lower manufacturing costs by identifying and championing reliability improvements to reduce maintenance cost and downtime. Providestoolsandwork processesto maximize plantuptimeandminimizemaintenancecosts by improving equipment mean-time-between-failure and mean-time-to-repair rates. Ensuresplannedmaintenanceinspections(PM/PdM/MI)arecompletedinaccordancewithestablished schedules. Maintainsanequipmentreplacementforecastandmonitorsendofservicelifetrends. BenchmarksmaintenancecapabilitiesacrossZeon toidentifybestpracticesandimproveperformance. Monitorsmaintenanceactivitiesforrepetitivemaintenanceitemsandtopreliabilityissues,theninitiatesimprovementprojectsas necessary. Track / publish standard maintenance and reliability performance metrics in order to drive continuous improvement. Troubleshootsequipmentperformanceissues,evaluatesequipmentrepairversusreplacementandrecommendscorrectiveactions. Work with Corporate Reliability to ensure conformance to corporate guidelines with regards to reliability programs and practices. Ownership of site vibration program, including training technicians, and analyzing data for rotating equipment Oversight of site lubrication program and identifying goals for continued improvement Engineering support for maintenance in performing preventive maintenance (PM) and repair activities for critical equipment, including fixed and rotating equipment Advise on proper execution and documentation of repair and preventive maintenance (PM) activities for both rotating and fixed equipment Mechanical Integrity Maintainsequipmentrecordsanddocumentationforsiteequipment. EnsurestheManagementofChange (MOC)and MechanicalIntegrity (Ml) requirementsunderOSHA's Process Safety Managementregulationaremet. EnsuresmechanicalintegritypracticesarealignedwithZeoncorporatestandards. ReviewsallPSMMechanicalIntegrityinspection results forcompletenessandinitiates appropriate corrective action as necessarytoensurereliabilityand regulatory compliance. MaintainsallPSMequipmentrecordsinauditreadycondition. Knowledge in related fields such as non-destructive testing, welding, fabrication, and working with third party fabricators. Knowledge of API-510, API-570, and API-653 Capital Expenditures: Participatesinthedevelopmentandexecutionoftheplant'scapitalspendingbudget. Develops,manages, and executes capital and expenseprojects throughout the plant site from ideationthrough execution,ensuring startupsare safe, on time and within theapproved project cost. Identify,developandexecutecostreductionprojects and projectstolowerthecarbonfootprintofthesite. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering is required. Experience: Minimum of 5 years experience working in a chemical or refinery environment. Broad technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment in a specialty chemical plant or refinery type operation required. Good understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance reliability techniques. Must possess knowledge of current applicable PSM and Ml regulations to the industry (OSHA 1910.119, AP-510, APl-570, APl-653). OR (OSHA 1910.119, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME Piping Code, and API Standards) Other: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong MS Office and personal computer knowledge is critical. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential. Must have excellent business systems experience. Ability to work flexible schedules as necessary is required. Must be able to manage time in an environment of changing and multiple priorities. WorkConditions: Office environment/Chemical Manufacturing Plant environment. Extensive time will be spent in the plant environment. Plant office environment with significant exposure to Plant elements. Plant environment is a multi-acre site that includes high noise levels, some exposure to fumes and dust, and at times working with hazardous materials. This position is expected to spend a significant portion of each shift walking through the plant up and down stairs and ladders as required to adequately direct activities in a large multi-acre facility. Benefits: Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program. Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PI3caec83e7b6c-9432
12/06/2025
Full time
Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Purpose: Thispositionsupports the maintenanceand engineeringoperationsof theMississippiplantto ensure the company's business, economic,and compliance targets are met. JobFunctions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal): EssentialJobFunctions: Leadership ProvidesSHE (Safety/Health/Environmental) leadership anddirectionbyactivelyandpositivelysupporting and developinginitiatives forSHEimprovement. Ensures safe operation of maintenance team providing training and enforcing safety rules and procedures. Inconjunctionwith EHSteam,effectivelymanagetheLDARprogram. Maintains policies and procedures required to maintain, strengthen, and support the IMS and PSM processes Supportsmaintenanceworkplanning/schedulingprocesses.Develop,implement,andtrackprocesses/procedures/metrics. Identifiesideasandexecuteinitiativestoimproveoperationalperformance Overseecontractoractivitiestoensuretheycomplywithestablishedcompanystandards. Identify and maintain relationships with contractors when outside mechanical maintenance is required. Monitorsandensuresintegrityofthephysicalplant (buildings,roofs,etc.) Provide leadership to the mechanical maintenance resources, administering the maintenance processes and budget, monitoring performance indicators, and assisting in or executing capital projects Mechanical Reliability Strives to lower manufacturing costs by identifying and championing reliability improvements to reduce maintenance cost and downtime. Providestoolsandwork processesto maximize plantuptimeandminimizemaintenancecosts by improving equipment mean-time-between-failure and mean-time-to-repair rates. Ensuresplannedmaintenanceinspections(PM/PdM/MI)arecompletedinaccordancewithestablished schedules. Maintainsanequipmentreplacementforecastandmonitorsendofservicelifetrends. BenchmarksmaintenancecapabilitiesacrossZeon toidentifybestpracticesandimproveperformance. Monitorsmaintenanceactivitiesforrepetitivemaintenanceitemsandtopreliabilityissues,theninitiatesimprovementprojectsas necessary. Track / publish standard maintenance and reliability performance metrics in order to drive continuous improvement. Troubleshootsequipmentperformanceissues,evaluatesequipmentrepairversusreplacementandrecommendscorrectiveactions. Work with Corporate Reliability to ensure conformance to corporate guidelines with regards to reliability programs and practices. Ownership of site vibration program, including training technicians, and analyzing data for rotating equipment Oversight of site lubrication program and identifying goals for continued improvement Engineering support for maintenance in performing preventive maintenance (PM) and repair activities for critical equipment, including fixed and rotating equipment Advise on proper execution and documentation of repair and preventive maintenance (PM) activities for both rotating and fixed equipment Mechanical Integrity Maintainsequipmentrecordsanddocumentationforsiteequipment. EnsurestheManagementofChange (MOC)and MechanicalIntegrity (Ml) requirementsunderOSHA's Process Safety Managementregulationaremet. EnsuresmechanicalintegritypracticesarealignedwithZeoncorporatestandards. ReviewsallPSMMechanicalIntegrityinspection results forcompletenessandinitiates appropriate corrective action as necessarytoensurereliabilityand regulatory compliance. MaintainsallPSMequipmentrecordsinauditreadycondition. Knowledge in related fields such as non-destructive testing, welding, fabrication, and working with third party fabricators. Knowledge of API-510, API-570, and API-653 Capital Expenditures: Participatesinthedevelopmentandexecutionoftheplant'scapitalspendingbudget. Develops,manages, and executes capital and expenseprojects throughout the plant site from ideationthrough execution,ensuring startupsare safe, on time and within theapproved project cost. Identify,developandexecutecostreductionprojects and projectstolowerthecarbonfootprintofthesite. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering is required. Experience: Minimum of 5 years experience working in a chemical or refinery environment. Broad technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment in a specialty chemical plant or refinery type operation required. Good understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance reliability techniques. Must possess knowledge of current applicable PSM and Ml regulations to the industry (OSHA 1910.119, AP-510, APl-570, APl-653). OR (OSHA 1910.119, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME Piping Code, and API Standards) Other: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong MS Office and personal computer knowledge is critical. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential. Must have excellent business systems experience. Ability to work flexible schedules as necessary is required. Must be able to manage time in an environment of changing and multiple priorities. WorkConditions: Office environment/Chemical Manufacturing Plant environment. Extensive time will be spent in the plant environment. Plant office environment with significant exposure to Plant elements. Plant environment is a multi-acre site that includes high noise levels, some exposure to fumes and dust, and at times working with hazardous materials. This position is expected to spend a significant portion of each shift walking through the plant up and down stairs and ladders as required to adequately direct activities in a large multi-acre facility. Benefits: Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program. Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PI3caec83e7b6c-9432
Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Overview Leadership, Innovation, Solutions, Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids and cyclo-olefin plastics for today's advanced medical and electronic applications. Purpose: Responsible for implementing and managing the Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Program to support the Texas and Mississippi manufacturing plants. Serves as the Mechanical Engineering subject matter expert and responsible for the Mechanical Integrity Program for these sites. Essential Job Functions: Use specific knowledge and expertise in reliability principles, analytics, equipment performance, and failure modes to initiate and drive focused equipment reliability improvements by supporting the following Zeon programs, initiatives, and processes. Implement and manage a Predictive Maintenance program including vibration analysis, infrared, ultrasonic, and oil analysis. Manage the existing Mechanical Integrity program. Work with maintenance leaders at both sites to ensure 100% compliance. Manage the corporate risk insurance program and coordinate audits at both sites. Work with site maintenance leaders to evaluate MI reports, Fitness for Service, and repair plans as necessary. Maintain long term Equipment Asset replacement plan and ensure budget inclusion of major equipment in MI program. Review and monitor rotating equipment conditions including vibration data, lube oil results, IR and Ultrasound data. Utilize critical operating process data to evaluate equipment health. Manage ZCLP PdM and MI databases. Perform analysis of equipment histories, maintenance costs and system failures; develop a refined asset management strategy. Drive the Site Bad Actor Program and Metrics Provide relevant vibration, oil analysis, and other PdM data history to support root cause analysis efforts Manage 3rd party MI inspection services Contractors. Support the Design for Reliability, Maintainability and Inspectability for new equipment related Projects and equipment designs and ensure all technical documents and supporting drawings, OEM Manuals and other support documents are presented at the commissioning of the Equipment. Ensure new or redesigned equipment is set up in SAP with Equipment Criticality Prioritization and Asset Strategies developed for all Critical Assets. Report PdM and MI KPI's for asset management including cost avoidance, cost savings, PdM monitoring compliance, and corrective actions in Reliance database. Act as a resource in identification and correction of potential equipment problems. Recommend and monitor continuous remote monitoring systems and applications. Facilitate equipment root cause failure analysis / pro-active FMECA (RCM) Recommend and implement PM optimization. Lead Site Spare Parts Strategy based on Equipment Criticalities, lead times, benefit/cost vs. risk analyses. Integrate use of Reliability Analytics and Modeling to analyze trends, build models and make projections for probability of failure and Mechanical Availability. Job Requirements: A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in predictive maintenance of rotating equipment with data analysis and database management in chemical/petrochemical facility. Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in evaluating tank, piping and heat exchanger condition in accordance with ASME, API or STI standards. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Self-motivated, well organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Willingness to perform "hands on" field work, including testing and troubleshooting. Knowledgeable with respect to Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint software programs. Must have excellent time management skills and be able to multi-task effectively. Ability to travel Prefer certifications or a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Vibration Analysis, Oil Analysis, IR Thermography and Ultrasound Analysis. Proficiency in SAP CMMS preferred (i.e. data mining for equipment with high maintenance costs, equipment with high work orders, evaluating equipment work orders past history, creating notifications/work orders, evaluating PMs in SAP, setting up PMs, finding parts in SAP, use of failure codes, training maintenance employees on navigating in SAP, and other) Benefits Zeon offers growth opportunities, a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits program. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K Plan w/Company match. Screening Requirements: Physical Exam including Drug Screen, Background Check. Zeon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. PI5945d47b92ba-7702
12/03/2025
Full time
Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Overview Leadership, Innovation, Solutions, Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids and cyclo-olefin plastics for today's advanced medical and electronic applications. Purpose: Responsible for implementing and managing the Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Program to support the Texas and Mississippi manufacturing plants. Serves as the Mechanical Engineering subject matter expert and responsible for the Mechanical Integrity Program for these sites. Essential Job Functions: Use specific knowledge and expertise in reliability principles, analytics, equipment performance, and failure modes to initiate and drive focused equipment reliability improvements by supporting the following Zeon programs, initiatives, and processes. Implement and manage a Predictive Maintenance program including vibration analysis, infrared, ultrasonic, and oil analysis. Manage the existing Mechanical Integrity program. Work with maintenance leaders at both sites to ensure 100% compliance. Manage the corporate risk insurance program and coordinate audits at both sites. Work with site maintenance leaders to evaluate MI reports, Fitness for Service, and repair plans as necessary. Maintain long term Equipment Asset replacement plan and ensure budget inclusion of major equipment in MI program. Review and monitor rotating equipment conditions including vibration data, lube oil results, IR and Ultrasound data. Utilize critical operating process data to evaluate equipment health. Manage ZCLP PdM and MI databases. Perform analysis of equipment histories, maintenance costs and system failures; develop a refined asset management strategy. Drive the Site Bad Actor Program and Metrics Provide relevant vibration, oil analysis, and other PdM data history to support root cause analysis efforts Manage 3rd party MI inspection services Contractors. Support the Design for Reliability, Maintainability and Inspectability for new equipment related Projects and equipment designs and ensure all technical documents and supporting drawings, OEM Manuals and other support documents are presented at the commissioning of the Equipment. Ensure new or redesigned equipment is set up in SAP with Equipment Criticality Prioritization and Asset Strategies developed for all Critical Assets. Report PdM and MI KPI's for asset management including cost avoidance, cost savings, PdM monitoring compliance, and corrective actions in Reliance database. Act as a resource in identification and correction of potential equipment problems. Recommend and monitor continuous remote monitoring systems and applications. Facilitate equipment root cause failure analysis / pro-active FMECA (RCM) Recommend and implement PM optimization. Lead Site Spare Parts Strategy based on Equipment Criticalities, lead times, benefit/cost vs. risk analyses. Integrate use of Reliability Analytics and Modeling to analyze trends, build models and make projections for probability of failure and Mechanical Availability. Job Requirements: A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in predictive maintenance of rotating equipment with data analysis and database management in chemical/petrochemical facility. Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in evaluating tank, piping and heat exchanger condition in accordance with ASME, API or STI standards. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Self-motivated, well organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Willingness to perform "hands on" field work, including testing and troubleshooting. Knowledgeable with respect to Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint software programs. Must have excellent time management skills and be able to multi-task effectively. Ability to travel Prefer certifications or a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Vibration Analysis, Oil Analysis, IR Thermography and Ultrasound Analysis. Proficiency in SAP CMMS preferred (i.e. data mining for equipment with high maintenance costs, equipment with high work orders, evaluating equipment work orders past history, creating notifications/work orders, evaluating PMs in SAP, setting up PMs, finding parts in SAP, use of failure codes, training maintenance employees on navigating in SAP, and other) Benefits Zeon offers growth opportunities, a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits program. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K Plan w/Company match. Screening Requirements: Physical Exam including Drug Screen, Background Check. Zeon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. PI5945d47b92ba-7702
Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Purpose: This position supports the maintenance and engineering operations of the Mississippi plant to ensure the company's business, economic, and compliance targets are met. Job Functions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal): Essential Job Functions: Leadership Provides SHE (Safety/Health/Environmental) leadership and direction by actively and positively supporting and developing initiatives for SHE improvement. Ensures safe operation of maintenance team providing training and enforcing safety rules and procedures. In conjunction with EHS team, effectively manage the LDAR program. Maintains policies and procedures required to maintain, strengthen, and support the IMS and PSM processes Supportsmaintenance work planning/scheduling processes. Develop, implement, and track processes/procedures/metrics. Identifies ideas and execute initiatives to improve operational performance Oversee contractor activities to ensure they comply with established company standards. Identify and maintain relationships with contractors when outside mechanical maintenance is required. Monitors and ensures integrity of the physical plant (buildings, roofs, etc.) Provide leadership to the mechanical maintenance resources, administering the maintenance processes and budget, monitoring performance indicators, and assisting in or executing capital projects Mechanical Reliability Strives to lower manufacturing costs by identifying and championing reliability improvements to reduce maintenance cost and downtime. Provides tools and work processes to maximize plant uptime and minimize maintenance costs by improving equipment mean-time-between-failure and mean-time-to-repair rates. Ensures planned maintenance inspections (PM/PdM/MI) are completed in accordance with established schedules. Maintains an equipment replacement forecast and monitors end of service life trends. Benchmarks maintenance capabilities across Zeon to identify best practices and improve performance. Monitors maintenance activities for repetitive maintenance items and top reliability issues, then initiates improvement projects as necessary. Track / publish standard maintenance and reliability performance metrics in order to drive continuous improvement. Troubleshoots equipment performance issues, evaluates equipment repair versus replacement and recommends corrective actions. Work with Corporate Reliability to ensure conformance to corporate guidelines with regards to reliability programs and practices. Ownership of site vibration program, including training technicians, and analyzing data for rotating equipment Oversight of site lubrication program and identifying goals for continued improvement Engineering support for maintenance in performing preventive maintenance (PM) and repair activities for critical equipment, including fixed and rotating equipment Advise on proper execution and documentation of repair and preventive maintenance (PM) activities for both rotating and fixed equipment Mechanical Integrity Maintains equipment records and documentation for site equipment. Ensures the Management of Change (MOC) and Mechanical Integrity (Ml) requirements under OSHA's Process Safety Management regulation are met. Ensures mechanical integrity practices are aligned with Zeon corporate standards. Reviews all PSM Mechanical Integrity inspection results for completeness and initiates appropriate corrective action as necessary to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. Maintains all PSM equipment records in audit ready condition. Knowledge in related fields such as non-destructive testing, welding, fabrication, and working with third party fabricators. Knowledge of API-510, API-570, and API-653 Capital Expenditures: Participates in the development and execution of the plant's capital spending budget. Develops, manages, and executes capital and expense projects throughout the plant site from ideation through execution, ensuring startups are safe, on time and within the approved project cost. Identify, develop and execute cost reduction projects and projects to lower the carbon footprint of the site. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering is required. Experience: Minimum of 5 years experience working in a chemical or refinery environment. Broad technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment in a specialty chemical plant or refinery type operation required. Good understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance reliability techniques. Must possess knowledge of current applicable PSM and Ml regulations to the industry (OSHA 1910.119, AP-510, APl-570, APl-653). OR (OSHA 1910.119, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME Piping Code, and API Standards) Other: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong MS Office and personal computer knowledge is critical. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential. Must have excellent business systems experience. Ability to work flexible schedules as necessary is required. Must be able to manage time in an environment of changing and multiple priorities. Work Conditions: Office environment/Chemical Manufacturing Plant environment. Extensive time will be spent in the plant environment. Plant office environment with significant exposure to Plant elements. Plant environment is a multi-acre site that includes high noise levels, some exposure to fumes and dust, and at times working with hazardous materials. This position is expected to spend a significant portion of each shift walking through the plant up and down stairs and ladders as required to adequately direct activities in a large multi-acre facility. Benefits: Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program. Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PI5bbe5da304cf-9432
12/03/2025
Full time
Who We Are: Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids. Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work! Purpose: This position supports the maintenance and engineering operations of the Mississippi plant to ensure the company's business, economic, and compliance targets are met. Job Functions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal): Essential Job Functions: Leadership Provides SHE (Safety/Health/Environmental) leadership and direction by actively and positively supporting and developing initiatives for SHE improvement. Ensures safe operation of maintenance team providing training and enforcing safety rules and procedures. In conjunction with EHS team, effectively manage the LDAR program. Maintains policies and procedures required to maintain, strengthen, and support the IMS and PSM processes Supportsmaintenance work planning/scheduling processes. Develop, implement, and track processes/procedures/metrics. Identifies ideas and execute initiatives to improve operational performance Oversee contractor activities to ensure they comply with established company standards. Identify and maintain relationships with contractors when outside mechanical maintenance is required. Monitors and ensures integrity of the physical plant (buildings, roofs, etc.) Provide leadership to the mechanical maintenance resources, administering the maintenance processes and budget, monitoring performance indicators, and assisting in or executing capital projects Mechanical Reliability Strives to lower manufacturing costs by identifying and championing reliability improvements to reduce maintenance cost and downtime. Provides tools and work processes to maximize plant uptime and minimize maintenance costs by improving equipment mean-time-between-failure and mean-time-to-repair rates. Ensures planned maintenance inspections (PM/PdM/MI) are completed in accordance with established schedules. Maintains an equipment replacement forecast and monitors end of service life trends. Benchmarks maintenance capabilities across Zeon to identify best practices and improve performance. Monitors maintenance activities for repetitive maintenance items and top reliability issues, then initiates improvement projects as necessary. Track / publish standard maintenance and reliability performance metrics in order to drive continuous improvement. Troubleshoots equipment performance issues, evaluates equipment repair versus replacement and recommends corrective actions. Work with Corporate Reliability to ensure conformance to corporate guidelines with regards to reliability programs and practices. Ownership of site vibration program, including training technicians, and analyzing data for rotating equipment Oversight of site lubrication program and identifying goals for continued improvement Engineering support for maintenance in performing preventive maintenance (PM) and repair activities for critical equipment, including fixed and rotating equipment Advise on proper execution and documentation of repair and preventive maintenance (PM) activities for both rotating and fixed equipment Mechanical Integrity Maintains equipment records and documentation for site equipment. Ensures the Management of Change (MOC) and Mechanical Integrity (Ml) requirements under OSHA's Process Safety Management regulation are met. Ensures mechanical integrity practices are aligned with Zeon corporate standards. Reviews all PSM Mechanical Integrity inspection results for completeness and initiates appropriate corrective action as necessary to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. Maintains all PSM equipment records in audit ready condition. Knowledge in related fields such as non-destructive testing, welding, fabrication, and working with third party fabricators. Knowledge of API-510, API-570, and API-653 Capital Expenditures: Participates in the development and execution of the plant's capital spending budget. Develops, manages, and executes capital and expense projects throughout the plant site from ideation through execution, ensuring startups are safe, on time and within the approved project cost. Identify, develop and execute cost reduction projects and projects to lower the carbon footprint of the site. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering is required. Experience: Minimum of 5 years experience working in a chemical or refinery environment. Broad technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment in a specialty chemical plant or refinery type operation required. Good understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance reliability techniques. Must possess knowledge of current applicable PSM and Ml regulations to the industry (OSHA 1910.119, AP-510, APl-570, APl-653). OR (OSHA 1910.119, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME Piping Code, and API Standards) Other: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong MS Office and personal computer knowledge is critical. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential. Must have excellent business systems experience. Ability to work flexible schedules as necessary is required. Must be able to manage time in an environment of changing and multiple priorities. Work Conditions: Office environment/Chemical Manufacturing Plant environment. Extensive time will be spent in the plant environment. Plant office environment with significant exposure to Plant elements. Plant environment is a multi-acre site that includes high noise levels, some exposure to fumes and dust, and at times working with hazardous materials. This position is expected to spend a significant portion of each shift walking through the plant up and down stairs and ladders as required to adequately direct activities in a large multi-acre facility. Benefits: Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program. Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PI5bbe5da304cf-9432