The posting
Job Title - Maintenance Mechanic
Job Description
OVERVIEW
Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers, and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles, cleaner energy, advanced medical devices, and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and customer success, we operate responsibly while delivering value through cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Maintains and repairs production equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe, reliable operations. Diagnoses mechanical issues, performs preventive maintenance, and documents work completed. Follows safety procedures and collaborates with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
Maintenance Mechanic — Day Shift
The Maintenance Mechanic works on a variety of equipment throughout the plant. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and overhauling mechanical equipment.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Overtime may be required. Carrying a company-provided phone may also be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform assigned work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard in support of plant operations and the maintenance plan.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment using a systematic approach, standard procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.
- Work with Operations Coordinators, Lead Craftsmen, Planners, and Maintenance FLLs to identify and address opportunities to improve work execution and equipment reliability.
- Support site safety, including developing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and instructing others in the proper use of tools and equipment.
- Use SAP to enter notifications, create work orders, document job history, and reserve materials.
- For shift craftsman assignments, update the Priority Orders system daily with field findings.
- Demonstrate initiative and a positive, service-focused attitude while maintaining critical plant equipment.
REPORTS TO
- Maintenance Supervisor
TEAM
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Craftsmen
- Operations Coordinators
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of safety, environmental, and compliance requirements.
- Ability to work effectively with maintenance and operations personnel.
- Ability to read and interpret prints and drawings.
- Knowledge of fasteners, gaskets, flanges, piping, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, blowers, and other rotating equipment.
DESIRED CERTIFICATION
- NCCER Millwright - Certification Plus
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE DESIRED
- Knowledge of plant mechanical equipment.
- Experience with reverse-dial or laser coupling alignment.
- Fundamental knowledge of vibration, rotor balancing, and lubrication.
- Experience with centrifugal, vertical turbine, and positive displacement pumps.
- Ability to maintain drive components to achieve proper speed, torque, and direction.
- Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Management of Change (MOC).
- Computer skills, including SAP maintenance software, web-based data entry, and other applications.
At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.
About Us:
Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers and plastics focused on improving quality of life and inspiring a better tomorrow through innovation. We are a fully integrated material solutions provider with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.
Our global workforce makes the materials used to make safer vehicles, cleaner energy, better medical devices, smarter appliances, and longer-lasting apparel and consumer goods. We are committed to safety, sustainability, and the success of our customers and our communities.
Why work at Ascend?
Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values: OARS.
Our OARS values shape how we work, lead, and grow together. We take ownership, stay accountable, operate reliably, and support one another to deliver results safely and consistently. Through clear expectations, empowered decision-making, intentional communication, and continuous feedback, we create a culture built on action, visibility, and shared success.
Together, OARS gives us a shared language and clear direction. These values guide our decisions, shape priorities and set expectations as we move forward – aligned, focused and committed to creating performance materials that improve lives today and inspire a better tomorrow.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.
