Maintenance Field Coordinator

Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.
 

Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet.   We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.  
 

As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
• Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
• Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products

If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!

Summary

Bakelite is seeking a Maintenance Scheduler in Conway, NC responsible for detailed planning of all mechanical and IE maintenance work that will be executed by the plant’s maintenance workforce. This role is also responsible for coordinating maintenance and construction activities ensuring that maintenance and project work is carried out in a safe, environmentally compliant, effective, and efficient way. The associate is the primary liaison between operations, maintenance, and engineering groups. They maintain appropriate records and files to permit meaningful analysis and reporting of results or work done. The associate will work with the Maintenance and Engineering Leader to meet budget requirements and will serve in a team coaching capacity.

Essential Functions

• Support and promotes EHS procedures and policies in the maintenance planning process and execution.
• Leads plant safety culture initiatives through maintenance planning activities.
• Prepares job plans to maximize resource utilization by identifying parts, materials, tools, external resources, rentals, and any documentation required in the planning process to execute work orders.
• Owns Maintenance schedule to ensure work is being completed in accordance with PSM regulations
• Owns development of standardization of maintenance repair processes and procedures.
• Reviews and provides technical feedback to the Maintenance Leadership team on repair activities and job requirements.
• Writes, develops, and maintains work packages for maintenance turn arounds and scheduled outages.
• Optimizes maintenance resources, tracks PM compliance, schedule adherence, wrench time and unplanned schedule break-ins.
• Collaborates with Maintenance Manager to plan day-to-day manpower and resources.
• Manages Maintenance department direct reports and vendors in the absence of the Maintenance Leader.
• Maintenance Leader in coordinating contractors and crafts.
• Directs stockroom critical spare part procurement and levels for maintenance planning level activities.
• Acts as a maintenance department system matter expert for maintenance technical resource needs.
• Responsible for determining and managing maintenance procurement vendors.
• Utilizes and manages the Maintenance CMMS system to procure parts and resources.
• Manage critical part procurement spending to align with maintenance budget.
• Plan and schedule maintenance turnaround activities & facilitate turnaround meetings.
• Prepare weekly & daily work schedules by working closely with the Production Leader, Maintenance Leader, Shift team leaders and contractors. Facilitate daily and weekly scheduling meetings with all key stakeholders.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical understanding and problem-solving skills.
• Planning capacity for coordination of multidisciplinary work.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well and communicate in a timely manner with staff at all company levels.
• Strong technical IT knowledge with CMMS system experience, preferably SAP.
• Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings (P&ID, PFD, and Isometrics).
• Technical ability to adapt to meet ever-changing demands or priorities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering with 3 years of experience in maintenance and operations OR a High School diploma/equivalent or trade school with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance environment required OR 5 years Military experience involving electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• Equivalent work experience in a PSM covered facility will be considered.

Benefits Offered:

• 3 weeks paid vacation.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Company paid short and long term disability coverage.
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Safety shoes and prescription safety glasses reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. 

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify.  For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.