Electrical & Instrument Mechanic

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Westlake
Global manufacturer of petrochemicals, polymers & building products serving consumer & industrial markets.
Maintain, troubleshoot & repair production electrical/instrument equipment on 24/7 shift.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Marietta, OH
Onsite
Company Size
15,540 Employees
Service Specialisms
Chemicals
Plastics
Performance Materials
Polymer Compounds
Sustainability Solutions
Material Science
Manufacturing
Product Innovation
Sector Specialisms
Housing
Infrastructure
Building Products
Pipe & Fittings
Global Compounds
Residential Construction
Flexible Packaging
Rigid Packaging
Role
What you would be doing
fault analysis
preventive maintenance
cmms entry
control installation
instrument calibration
emergency repairs
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals, PM’s and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Fault analysis of hardwire relay logic, motor control circuits, motor power circuits (120V to 480V 3phase) and common utility / lighting circuits; fault analysis of PLC based systems with control logic modification if required
  • Work with Computerized Maintenance Management System with input of maintenance results/history, review of BOM parts, history, and scheduled WO.
  • Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
  • Perform simple preventative maintenance needs such as: Inspection of instruments and test equipment periodically; adjusts calibration to ensure functioning within specified standards, changing filters, etc.
  • Installs, repairs, maintains, and adjusts indicating, recording, telemetering, controlling instruments and test equipment, used to control and measure variables, such as pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force, and chemical composition, using precision instruments, and hand tools.
  • Field fault analysis – determines if instrument has failed or if it is a process problem; Disassembles malfunctioning instruments or test equipment, such as position sensors, band heaters, multimeters, level control, and either examines and/or tests mechanisms and circuitry for defects.
  • Installation of new control circuits, modification of existing instrument/electrical systems as requested, to include design, load and Implementation of new control logic;
  • Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, test equipment, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
  • Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
  • Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
What you bring
mechanical
electrical
pneumatic
hydraulic
troubleshooting
repair
  • Replaces or repairs defective parts, using hand tools. Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1986
Company Formation Year
The company was established in 1986, marking its beginning as a single polyethylene plant.
$12.1B Net Sales
Annual Revenue
A reporting of net sales around $12.1 billion in 2024.
$3.8B Acquisition
Axiall Purchase
Completed the acquisition of Axiall in 2016, reinforcing its market presence.
$2.2B Acquisition
Boral's Building Products
Acquired Boral’s U.S. building-products division in 2021, enhancing operational capabilities.
  • Began from a single polyethylene plant in Louisiana and has expanded through strategic acquisitions.
  • Operates two main segments: Performance & Essential Materials and Housing & Infrastructure Products.
  • Produces significant quantities of low-density polyethylene and PVC, ranging from raw materials to finished goods.
  • Productions include PVC siding, pipes, epoxy resins, and polyethylene products for construction, automotive, packaging, and healthcare sectors.
  • Achieved record EBITDA in the HIP segment in Q4 2024, largely due to increased demand for PVC pipe and fittings.
  • Family-led ownership maintained by the founding Chao family, operating under a unified global brand.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity
  • Customer Focus
  • Innovation
  • Excellence
  • Collaboration
  • Sustainability
  • Accountability
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2050
Climate Commitment
Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Reducing carbon footprint through energy-efficient processes
  • Investing in renewable energy and sustainable technologies
  • Implementing water and waste management initiatives to minimize environmental impact
  • Optimizing resource usage across global operations
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Committed to building a diverse workforce across all levels.
  • Focus on gender diversity in leadership roles, with continuous progress in female representation.
  • Providing equal growth and development opportunities for all employees.
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