Clariant currently has multiple openings for a Level 5 Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our skilled team at the PPCAT Plant in Louisville KY. This senior-level role requires a minimum of six years of industrial maintenance experience and advanced expertise in mechanical electrical hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure safe reliable operation of heavy production equipment with minimal downtime. Technicians independently troubleshoot maintain and repair complex equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while serving as a technical resource to the team. The position follows a Monday-Friday rotating schedule including 1st Shift (6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.) 2nd Shift (3:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.) and 3rd Shift (6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.). Clariant offers competitive hourly pay a performance-based increase after six months paid time off and a $2000 sign-on bonus after four months. If youre ready to make an immediate impact we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with local legal regulations and Clariant safety and environmental policies
Participate in risk analysis and implement action items to enhance plant safety
Perform preventive maintenance to optimize equipment reliability and support continuous improvement initiatives
Troubleshoot repair and maintain production equipment ensuring all assets meet quality standards
Support technical plant documentation and ensure compliance with Management of Change (MOC) processes
Attend daily performance meetings and collaborate with production operators to drive efficiency
Ensure all job-related qualifications and safety training are up to date
Execute maintenance tasks efficiently maintaining a balance between time quality and cost
Complete SAMACO-related work orders including Process Safety Management (PSM) and Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) tasks
Requirements
6 years of hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance experience preferably in Chemical or Food Manufacturing
Ability to work any shift including rotating schedules and weekends
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in high-demand industrial settings
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively
Whats in it for you
Mahogany McClurkin
Talent Acquisition Partner
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
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Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.
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