PQ Corporation

Maintenance Manager

PQ Corporation • $75K — $95K *
Chester, PA 19013In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical (STEM) degree or trade school certification required.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in a chemical/manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in project and maintenance budgeting.
  • Union experience is a plus.
  • Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment layouts.
  • Familiarity with processing equipment like pumps and heat exchangers is crucial.
  • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Promote and demonstrate the Chester Operating Philosophy of Safety/Health and Compliance.
  • Direct plant activities in the absence of management, overseeing schedules and work issuance.
  • Manage small to medium plant capital projects and maintenance budgets.
  • Support site health and safety committee initiatives and promote teamwork.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
  • Communicate issues and concerns effectively to production and plant managers.
  • Lead by example on safety practices and procedures.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and improve plant operations in a hands-on role.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement projects that impact plant efficiency.
  • Access to participate in the company's safety and health initiatives.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams and contractors to enhance teamwork.
  • Chance to develop strong relationships within the plant's workforce.
Full Job Description

  • Promotes and Demonstrates the Chester Operating Philosophy of Safety/Health (including PQP), Environmental/Regulatory Compliance, Customer/Quality Commitment and Productivity, Cost Control and Asset Management within and environment of Continuous Improvement and Respect/Caring for all Personnel.
  • Will direct activities in the plant in the absence of the plant or production manager in terms of schedules, planning, work issuance, etc.
  • Manages small/medium plant capital projects (<$700k), capital budgets, and fixed cost Repair and Maintenance budgets
  • Actively supports site JHSC (Joint, Health and Safety Committee) through participation, support and promotion.
  • Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements.
  • Ensures compliance with company policies.
  • Communicates all issues, problems or concerns of the plant to production managers and/or plant managers of the site.
  • Encourages and implements a teamwork environment.
  • Will lead by example, wearing all required PPE and following all procedures and accepted practices
  • Interacts with Plant Manager on plant maintenance scheduling and activities.
  • Manages contractors working on site.
  • Provides diagnostic and troubleshooting support for maintenance and operations.
  • Interacts with all plant personnel to help develop and execute continuous improvement ideas and projects through the 7 step process.
  • Aligns Plant Maintenance system with Corporate RBAM (Reliability Based Asset Management System) goals and objectives.
  • Spends time on the shop floor with maintenance and operations personnel during troubleshooting, improvement activities, and supervision
  • Monitors and maintains integrity of assets and protective systems
  • Performs special projects or other duties as directed.
  • Increases productivity of the maintenance department with reduction in turnover time
  • Drives accountability where needed to improve behaviors


Qualifications
  • Minimum Requirement: Technical (STEM) degree or trade school certification
  • Preferred education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field
  • 7+ years of experience in a chemical/manufacturing environment
  • Experience with project and maintenance budgeting
  • Union experience is preferred
  • Experience includes development of PFD's, P&ID's, equipment layouts, and equipment lists
  • Should have familiarity with a variety of equipment in the processing industry, including pumps, heat exchangers, reactors, filtration, flow measurement, conveyors, mills, and bulk solid/powder material transfer equipment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Must be knowledgeable in basic accounting & budgeting fundamentals.
  • Basic working knowledge of chemical process unit operations.
  • Computer skills: Word, Project, PowerPoint
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships with the plant personnel and contractors
  • Capacity to organize projects
  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations desirable.


Additional Information

EHS Responsibilities
  • Communicates, promotes and personally demonstrates Safety/Health (including PQP Principles) as #1 priority
  • Participation in risk assessment audits as applicable
  • Understand PQ Principles (PQP) and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules and procedures
  • Completes HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner

About PQ Corporation

PQ Corporation is a global provider of specialty catalysts, materials, and chemicals. The company operates in two segments: Performance Materials and Chemicals & Catalysts. The Performance Materials segment provides silica-based products for a variety of applications, including coatings, adhesives, and sealants. The Chemicals & Catalysts segment provides catalysts, specialty chemicals, and other products for the petrochemical, refining, and other industries. PQ Corporation is committed to sustainability and operates in an environmentally responsible manner. The company has operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about PQ Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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