Production Specialist

Production Specialist – Plant Technician

Location: Marlin, TX

Reports to: Plant Manager

Summary:

Shrieve Chemical Services is seeking a skilled, safety-focused Maintenance / Production Technician to support plant operations in Marlin, TX. This position is responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance on plant equipment, troubleshooting mechanical and operational issues, and assisting with production activities including chemical handling, packaging, blending, loading, unloading, and inventory movement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely and effectively in a chemical manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on pumps, valves, hoses, fittings, tanks, mixers, production equipment, and facility systems.

· Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and make minor repairs or adjustments as needed.

· Support daily production operations including batching, blending, packaging, labeling, loading, unloading, and material movement.

· Safely handle, transfer, and store chemical products in accordance with company procedures, SDS requirements, and applicable regulations.

· Inspect equipment and work areas to identify maintenance needs, leaks, damage, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns.

· Complete work orders, maintenance logs, inspection forms, production records, and other required documentation accurately and on time.

· Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, pumps, scales, and other plant or warehouse equipment safely.

· Assist with receiving raw materials, staging production materials, preparing finished goods, and verifying shipping or receiving documentation.

· Maintain clean, organized, and safe production, maintenance, warehouse, and outdoor work areas.

· Follow all safety guidelines, including lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, hazard communication, PPE, spill response, and hazardous-material handling procedures.

· Communicate equipment status, production issues, maintenance needs, inventory concerns, and safety observations to the Plant Manager or supervisor.

· Support other plant, warehouse, and logistics activities as needed to meet business and customer requirements.

Skill and Knowledge Requirements:

· High school diploma or GED required; technical school, trade school, or industrial maintenance training preferred.

· Minimum 1-2 years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, chemical plant, refinery, or related experience.

· Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing pumps, valves, piping systems, gearboxes, motors, conveyors, mixers, and related process equipment.

· Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

· Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance testing equipment.

· Knowledge of hazardous material handling and DOT regulations is a plus.

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with others.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.

· Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, reach, and work for extended periods.

· Ability to climb ladders or stairs and work around tanks, trucks, pumps, and production equipment.

· Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed footwear, hearing protection, respiratory protection, and chemical-resistant gear when required.

Environmental factors:

· Work is performed in production, warehouse, maintenance, and outdoor plant areas.

· Employee may be exposed to chemicals, odors, noise, moving equipment, temperature changes, and weather conditions.

· Must be able to pass required safety training and adhere to all company, OSHA, DOT, environmental, and site-specific safety regulations at all times.

· Must be able to respond to production priorities, maintenance needs, and operational issues in a safe and timely manner.

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21