Description

Flexsys is a chemical manufacturing company with operations in the US, Europe, Latin America and Asia. It produces tire additives that enhance the strength and durability of tires for leading manufacturers around the world. We are a global supplier of rubber chemicals and solutions including insoluble sulfur, anti-degradants, and stabilizers. The company’s singular focus is on delivering better solutions for manufacturers of tires and other rubber products that enhance product performance, optimize production efficiency, and ensure supply chain success. As the largest manufacturer of tire-industry additives in the world, and a newly independent entity, Flexsys brings a track record of innovation, quality, specialized expertise, a highly collaborative approach, and a commitment to growth – working together with our customers as a valuable partner, helping to meet their critical objectives. 

Flexsys has immediate openings for a Maintenance Master Mechanical at the site in Sauget, IL. The responsibilities of the Maintenance Master Mechanic include but are not limited to the following:

• Safely perform general mechanical work as required including construction, repairs, modifications, inspections, and troubleshooting.
• Mechanical job assignments include rebuilds to OEM specifications and tolerances, repair, precision alignment and replacement of pumps, blowers, compressors, alignment, bearings, piping, valves, cranes & rigging, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, hydraulic systems, boilers, steam systems, screw conveyors, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and other equipment.
• Must have a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and solving problems with mechanical equipment. 
• Possessing knowledge of plant machines, pumps, piping and tools, including their uses, repair, replacement and maintenance.
• Apply safety and shop fundamentals to power and hand tools, OSHA safety standards.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the performance of maintenance and/or construction of mechanical equipment. 
• Journeyman papers or equivalent education and experience in mechanical fields are required. The job candidate is to submit a written description of qualifications and copies of certifications.
• Ability to work normal daylight shift Monday through Friday with response to overtime, callouts, and emergency work, and other shifts as directed by management.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Abilities include eye-hand coordination, use of hands for gripping and twisting, mobility in climbing steps and ladders, working at elevated heights, working in confined spaces, squatting, lying down, standing, and walking, and strength in lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualification: 

• Knowledge of Scaffold erection, Carpentry, Backhoe operation 
• Computer skills with working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and SAP