Evonik Degussa Corporation

Maintenance Manager

Evonik Degussa Corporation$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred.
  • 3-5 years of maintenance leadership experience (or 10+ years equivalent in relevant field).
  • Demonstrated capability in leading maintenance teams and driving project effectiveness.
  • Expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and maintenance best practices.
  • Familiarity with SAP or CMMS systems and Process Safety Management (PSM).
  • Strong understanding of regulatory standards related to mechanical integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all maintenance operations with a strong emphasis on safety compliance.
  • Develop and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for optimal reliability.
  • Manage mechanical integrity programs and inspections in line with regulatory standards.
  • Plan and execute maintenance activities to enhance workflow and equipment performance.
  • Supervise and train maintenance teams, ensuring skill development and performance management.
  • Manage contractor programs and maintain oversight on safety and performance.
  • Support major repairs and shutdowns while ensuring safety and budget adherence.
  • Collaborate on CAPEX projects to improve long-term asset reliability.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analyses to enhance maintenance strategies.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive work environment promoting safety and teamwork.
  • Potential for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work in a leading company in the chemical process industry.
Full Job Description
Supervises activities of maintenance supervisors within a single service department on multiple shifts to ensure the effective, timely provisions of quality services. Maintenance activities can range from janitorial, caretaker, manual maintenance work, carpentry, painting and plumbing. RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and manage all maintenance operations while promoting a strong safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with EHS, OSHA, EPA, PSM, RMP, ISO, and regulatory requirements. • Develop, implement, and oversee preventive, corrective, and compliance maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. • Manage mechanical integrity programs, including inspections of tanks, pressure vessels, safety devices, PSV systems, and compliance with RAGAGEP standards. • Lead maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution activities to improve workflow efficiency, equipment performance, and overall plant reliability. • Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance teams, contractors, and technical personnel while ensuring training, performance management, and skill development. • Manage contractor programs, including selection, coordination, performance oversight, safety compliance, and partnership with Procurement on service agreements. • Plan and execute maintenance turnarounds, shutdowns, and major repair activities while ensuring safety, quality, schedule adherence, and cost control. • Support CAPEX projects and long-term asset reliability strategies by collaborating with Engineering and cross-functional teams on equipment improvements. • Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, SAP/ERP maintenance processes, cost forecasting, and resource planning to support operational goals. • Partner with site leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis (RCA), reliability improvements, and long-term maintenance strategies. REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field is preferred. • 3-5+ years of maintenance leadership experience is preferred; or 10+ years of equivalent maintenance leadership experience, preferably in the chemical process industry. • Proven ability to lead maintenance teams, drive projects, build employee engagement, and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. • Strong experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), troubleshooting, reliability improvements, and maintenance best practices. • Working knowledge of SAP or CMMS systems, Process Safety Management (PSM), and maintenance planning processes. • Strong understanding of mechanical integrity standards and regulatory requirements, including API, ASME, NFPA, NEC, BPVC, STI, and UL standards preferred. • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, teams, and diverse backgrounds. Your Application To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html. Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Kelvin Seals [C] Company is Evonik Corporation

About Evonik Degussa Corporation

Evonik Degussa Corporation is a global specialty chemicals company that produces a wide range of products for various industries, including automotive, construction, and healthcare. The company's products include coatings, adhesives, and sealants, as well as specialty chemicals for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Evonik Degussa Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. The company is a subsidiary of Evonik Industries AG, a German chemical company.
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