Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people. Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda – key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. OxyChem's market position is among the top three producers in the United States in 2023 for the principal products it manufactures and markets. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Maintenance Mechanic within our Chemical Manufacturing Plant located in Muscle Shoals, AL. JOB DESCRIPTION: - Performs reliable mechanical repairs on all plant process equipment. - Troubleshoots, fabricates, modifies, removes, repairs, overhauls, or replaces parts or equipment on mechanical systems involved directly or indirectly with chemical processes or associated support equipment in a safe, cost efficient, and environmentally responsible manner. - Identifies the need for and obtains the necessary parts, tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to safely perform assigned work. - Identifies and evaluates alternative plans of action required to solve mechanical failures. - Adheres to area equipment Preventative Maintenance (PM) program. - Maintains the necessary training and qualification; including area overviews and applicable HESS courses required for the position. - Maintains craft skills so as to ensure ability to complete assigned work. - Provides assistance to other maintenance crafts as qualified. - Attends company or vendor training as directed. - Trains and qualifies to operate mobile equipment, such as forklifts, manlifts, etc. - Performs all work in a safe and professional manner. - Performs safety, quality, and environmental inspections as assigned. - Performs regular housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work area. Complies with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations. - Meets all Safety and Environmental Performance Accountability Spreadsheet requirements. - Participates in special information or problem-solving teams as requested. - Performs miscellaneous tasks as assigned. - Utilizes the Maintenance files and other engineering data as a resource in solving plant mechanical problems. - Performs recordkeeping required to properly document inspections and repairs performed. - Utilizes a computer for recording time and attendance, for SAP applications, for email communications, and for area process data, etc. - Utilizes the computerized Maintenance management system to document repair notes, review repair history, obtain materials from Stores, etc. - Cooperates with other employees in a team atmosphere to solve plant problems and achieve plant goals. - Supports OxyChem’s Equal Employment Policy and Affirmative Action Plan. - Supports and fulfills the requirements of the plant’s ISO Quality System. - Adheres to USP/FDA requirements. - Maintains a high awareness and support of the Environmental Awareness Program. - Supports the Food Safety Management System. - Completes any additional responsibilities assigned by Plant Supervision. Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.