Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience
10+ years of relevant experience
Strong leadership skills in coaching and team management
Experience with SAP software
Proven knowledge of material compatibility
Familiarity with API-510, 570, 653, IMDG, and DOT regulations
Responsibilities
Ensure daily safety in maintenance, contractor work, and projects
Manage and control the maintenance expense budget
Coach and develop Maintenance Supervisors, Planners, and Reliability Engineers
Provide technical direction for major equipment repairs
Approve maintenance costs and strategic decisions
Collaborate with Capital Project Manager on project scope and priorities
Maintain a strong presence in plants and maintenance shops
Oversee planning and readiness for shutdowns and turnarounds
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages with a global bonus program
Comprehensive benefits for financial security and health
Flexible working arrangements through the global 'Xwork' program
Commitment to professional and personal development through training and education opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Highlights
Responsible for maintaining the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of all production, utility, security, and administrative assets at the Charleston site. This role owns asset integrity, maintenance performance, reliability improvement, and capital governance, ensuring compliance with PSM, safety, and environmental requirements. This position provides leadership to Maintenance, Reliability, and Capital functions, controls the maintenance and capital budgets, and ensures effective execution of shutdowns and turnarounds. Capital project execution is performed by a Project Manager and Contractor Project Manager (as needed), with this role accountable for technical direction, prioritization, and governance.
Ensure safe work is performed daily across maintenance, contractors, and projects
Coach, lead, and develop Maintenance Supervisors, Planner, and Reliability Engineer
Provide technical direction and decision-making for major equipment repairs and failures
Approve maintenance costs, requisitions, and best-path-forward decisions
Work with Capital Project Manager and Contractor Project Manager on scope, priorities, and technical alignment
Maintain strong field presence in plants and maintenance shops
Work with Corporate / Central Maintenance & Engineering on standards and best practices
Provide planning direction and readiness oversight for shutdowns and turnarounds
Experience / Skills
Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or comparable experience
10+ years plus of related experience
Proven leadership skills coaching and leading teams
Experience in SAP
Proven expereince with material compatibility
Knowledge and experience with API-510, 570, 653, IMDG, DOT
What we offer
Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. The established pay range for this position is $XXX to $XXX. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
About LANXESS
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.8 billion in 2019 and about 14,300 employees in 33 countries. The company is currently represented at 60+ production sites worldwide. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics.
