Journeyman

Journeyman Synthomer Inc.

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2 Akron, OH Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Company car Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience Mechanical blueprint interpretation Computer operation Journeyman License Chemical process safety Sheet metal fabrication Pipe blueprint interpretation Welders (tool)

ISO 9001

Mid-level Forklift Industrial equipment installation Industrial electrical systems Electrical instrumentation Assembly Manufacturing facility Mechanical drawings Implementing predictive maintenance as an industrial mechanic Mechanical pump maintenance Steel Industrial equipment repair HR systems Lifts and hoists Trade school Industrial pump maintenance and repair Equipment inspection Pipe installation Electrical maintenance Productivity software Chemical plant experience Full Job Description Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection

• growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide.

Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products. At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low-carbon economy.

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician/Journeyman Business Unit:

Performance Chemicals Location:

Akron Department:

Maintenance Job Summary This person will be responsible for maintaining daily operation of the equipment, preventative maintenance on process equipment and facility systems, providing emergency repairs as needed. This position will be responsible for installation of new equipment and inspection and repair of existing equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow safe work practices and support safety goals and objectives. Makes all necessary mechanical repairs on equipment, including replacement, repair and installation of sleeves, bearings gears, shafts, pins, etc. Piping installation and ability to determine correct materials for each service. Can read and understand piping specification and engineering drawings. Safe operation of industrial equipment such as forklifts, hoists, etc. Machinery repair and installation. Troubleshoot and repair steam systems. Pump repair and installation. Steel and sheet metal fabrication. Maintains and improves preventative/predictive maintenance programs. Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or more and/or frequent lift/carry 50 lbs. or more, employee must be able to work from all heights.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have one of the following: Journeymen's Card 2-Year Technical Degree, mechanical in nature Trade School Certification, or equivalent Capable of working in a high paced environment Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds and physical dexterity to assemble polymerization reactors Working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft office, Workday)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Familiar with ISO-9001 and Process Safety Management Certified Welder Steam system experience Electrical and Instrumentation experience 2-5 years' experience in maintenance manufacturing environment preferably in a chemical / production facility Benefits The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage as well as a 401 (k) savings plan.

Job Type:

Full-time Global Benefits Overview Competitive, market-aligned compensation Discretionary global bonus scheme Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)

• for senior positions Company car or car allowance
• varies by region and role Healthcare
• tailored to regional locations Parental leave and family support
• maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies) Working options
• flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs Learning & development opportunities
• training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers Wellbeing support
• employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives Retirement / pension contributions
• plans vary by country Culture of Inclusion
• where everyone can thrive Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes