Job Description

Division: Oxygenes & Derivatives

Location: Memphis

Job Title: Electrical & Instrumentation Mechanic

S ituation in organization

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. This position has no reports.

Job dimensions

This highly skilled job exists to manage a broad spectrum of electrical work, interpreting electrical diagrams/schematics, utilizing electrical diagnostic equipment, troubleshooting of all electrical control circuitry and distribution equipment, revising and designing of said circuitry, and proper switching and isolation of equipment. 

Key A ctivities and responsibilities

Instrumentation (40%):

• Perform highly diversified instrumentation duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment
• Understand, execute, and follow all procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
• Test all equipment worked on for proper operation prior to turnover to production
• Use Power Equipment (power hand tools, grinders, drill press, saws, press)
• Fabrication (Reading Prints, Developing Isometric Drawings, Follow engineering standards)
• Read and understand equipment drawings, manuals, and documentation
• Use a variety of test and diagnostic meters as well as electronic instrument calibration devices
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance, calibration and service
• Diagnose problems, replace, repair, test and make adjustments to instrumentation
• Work on digital and analog computer machine interfacing

Electrical (40%):

• Perform highly diversified electrical duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment
• Diagnose problems, replace, repair, test and make adjustments to electrical equipment
• Electrical duties would include preventive maintenance of motors and other electrical apparatus (switchgear, MCC’s, VFD’s, power panels, etc.)
• Knowledge of the NEC
• Read and interpret One-line drawings, electrical/electronic schematics and related drawings/diagrams
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E

Other duties (20%):

• Operation of Lifting Equipment (Fork Truck, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, etc.)
• Understand, execute, and follow all procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
• Document Maintenance work for Governmental and Permit Compliance
• Log time and able to describe work done in work order system
• Use Database Software to Acquire parts needed for Job
• Scope and Plan jobs
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment and plant facilities
• Update maintenance records and equipment history as needed
• Communicate with outside vendors or contractors to help on capital project work
• Maintains a clean work environment
• Executes all tasks necessary as assigned to support plant operations, such tasks may be of an unskilled or skilled nature
• Provide feedback to supervision pertaining to any abnormal equipment observations
• Read company communications weekly, i.e. production advisories, emails, etc.
• Complete scheduled periodic training on time and as required
• Other duties as assigned

C ontext and environment

• Follow All Plant Safety Procedures and Policies (LOTO, SWP, etc.)
• Use of Proper PPE for Job and Area (Respirators, Harnesses, Chemical Suits)
• Conformance to Plant Permits and Certifications (ISO, cGMP, Title V, FDA, RCRA, SWWP)
• Work at elevated heights (platforms, scaffolding, ladders and grating)
• Ensures compliance of regulatory and plant safety and environmental requirements with special emphasis on Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Demonstrates commitment to HES through high visibility and actions.
• Maintenance work will occasionally require confined space entries, working at elevated heights, using respirators, working outdoors, etc.
• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc . (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents

Required Education/Q ualifications /Work experience

• Requires a HS diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or a journeyman electrical license, or an equivalent number of years of education and electrical or instrumentation experience. Documentation of training/experience must be available.
• 4+ years of manufacturing experience; strong electrical or instrumentation and industrial skills.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times.
• Knowledgeable in virtually all electrical applications and intricacies specific to the Memphis site.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Must be able to multi-task and efficiently operate in a stressful work environment
• Must have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of detail and accuracy required
• Demonstrate strong work ethic by managing time and completing tasks
• Ability to function in a team environment or as individual
• Maintain good attitude and good attendance
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft office, Email, etc.)
• Be on Call and Work overtime as need to keep plant up and running

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