Job Description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1980, Rowell Chemical Corporation has grown its products and services to include chemical manufacturing, bulk truckload distribution and regional storage for various manufacturers. Unwavering commitment to customer service, quality, safety and value has been the key to Rowell's success. A product of particular note is Sodium Hypochlorite, which is offered in a variety of strengths. We also offer Crystal Hypochlorite, which through a series of special filtering steps, produces a bleach solution of extraordinary quality.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor will utilize his or her maintenance/repair skills along with mechanical abilities to safely maximize plant availability and provide upkeep of the property buildings, grounds and utilities.

Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

Manage all aspects of routine maintenance in regard to on-going and emergency repairs along with preventive maintenance. Oversee daily work assignments for staff and outside contracts as performing work under Maintenance. Schedule work times for weekend projects with coordination of department operations. Repair, installation and maintenance of all plant equipment, buildings, grounds and utilities with no supervision. Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and P&ID diagrams and manuals in order to effectively carry out job assignments. Maintain and calibrate various instrumentation installed in the facility, such as automated valves and metering devices. Ability to troubleshoot, repair/replace and install new instrumentation devices. Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install new electrical piping and equipment heat trace systems. Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of plant PLC systems. Support operations technicians on task training in preventative maintenance and minor repairs Works with other maintenance personnel to provide required support. Involve in department hiring and discipline when necessary. Able to perform preventative maintenance and repairs of facility fleet vehicles. Order supplies as necessary within approved company guidelines. Approve invoices within company guidelines. Manage staff time off requests. Involve with plant capital projects for planning and implementation. Adhere to all applicable company safety rules, procedures and policies.

Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


Required:

Seven+ years mechanical/electrical maintenance experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry (Industrial trade school attendance may be considered work experience). High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license. Requires lifting and handling of heavy objects; must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to climb ladders and storage tank stairs (approx. 50' in height) for maintenance, inspection, and gauging operations. Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions. Able to wear PPE (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, respirator and safety work boots) as required. Available for shifts and occasional on-call rotation (nights and/or weekends) to respond to plant "call-outs" as required. Understanding of State and Federal OSHA and EPA industry standards. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word). Good time management skills (manage overtime).


Skills & Ability

Instrumentation repair, installation and maintenance of digital and/or analog equipment. Experience supervising electrical/mechanical work. Experience estimating/pricing/bidding electrical work. Experience purchasing materials for mechanical/electrical work. Welding (Stick; structural, pipe). Pipefitting (welded, threaded, glued/plastic).


Safety Expectations

Promote a culture of safety both in the office and in the plant. Participate in Safety and Environmental Audits and area inspections.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Requires lifting and handling of heavy objects; must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to push, pull, sit, stand, crouch, reach, and have visual acuity. Ability to climb ladders and storage tank stairs (approx. 50' in height) for maintenance, inspection, and gauging operations. Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions. Able to run & help maintain process equipment. Able to wear PPE (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, respirator and safety work boots) as required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Monday - Friday (full-time). Possible overtime.

Travel

No travel required.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.