About LSB Industries, Inc.
We are a leading North American producer of industrial and agricultural chemicals. Our vision is to be a “best-in-class”, diversified chemical and clean energy producer that safely and efficiently operates our facilities, creates partnerships that deliver value to our customers, suppliers, and logistics providers, and attracts, retains, and enhances the lives of talented team members. We are well positioned to play a critical role in the reduction of global carbon emissions through our potential to produce low carbon or no carbon ammonia. We expect our success in achieving these goals to lead to superior financial performance and greater value for our public shareholders. For more information, view our website at www.lsbindustries.com.
Why El Dorado, AR?
Explore the dynamic essence of El Dorado, AR, where southern charm merges seamlessly with an array of entertainment and recreational pursuits. Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of El Dorado, ideal for fishing, boating, and picnics, or wander through the historic downtown district, brimming with eclectic shops and eateries. Savor the flavors of the South at local gems like South Arkansas Vineyard or unwind with live performances at the historic El Dorado Municipal Auditorium. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the myriad of activities, from hiking and biking along the trails of South Arkansas Arboretum to golfing at the pristine Mystic Creek Golf Club. With its unique blend of natural allure and vibrant offerings, El Dorado beckons you to experience the warmth of Arkansas hospitality and leisure.
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Job Summary
Primary responsibilities include overseeing and the development of the maintenance hourly team for the safe execution of all mechanical activities within the area of responsibility.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Lead and mentor Mechanical Technicians by example through a respectful, positive attitude
- Conduct morning meeting with Technicians focusing on any key risk for the day
- Assign daily work assignments by priority and schedule
- Ensure Technicians take ownership in work activities and maintain a sense of urgency work ethic while staying compliant with all safety policies and procedures
- Set an expectation for consistent quality work performance to Technicians and Contractors.
- Hold all employees accountable for their performance
- Make sure Technicians and Contractors follow recognized and generally accepted practices. Instill an ownership mentality in Maintenance Technicians to perform quality work; minimize re-work.
- Oversee all daily contract and in-house maintenance activities for the assigned area(s) of the plant and remove obstacles where applicable.
- Work with Operations to ensure work schedule by priority.
- Work with contract resources to reduce excessive backlog or project work
- Manage manpower resources to minimize delays
- Ensure weekly PM compliance
- Strive to spend time in the work area(s) to optimize Maintenance Technician work efficiency
- Set an expectation that the Technicians have a work order, review a maintenance procedure (when applicable), and receive a work permit prior to executing any work order
- Review completed work orders for completeness and coach direct reports on the importance of providing quality feedback.
- Evaluate Preventive/Predictive work orders for improvements that may increase equipment reliability
- Provide input to optimize plant reliability, i.e., critical spare parts inventory, spare part upgrades, work priority, equipment health observations, craft training, specialty tools, etc.
- Plan for efficient unit outages and turnarounds, from cradle-to-grave
- Recognize Technicians skill deficiencies, training needs, and propose solutions to close gaps
- Provide updated information for files, logs, and drawings, for all designated mechanical equipment
- Assist reliability team with finding root cause on equipment failures
- Assist other departments and craft capabilities as needed to complete specific jobs with available resources
- Communicate expectations to contractors concerning work performance, timesheets, and invoicing requirements.
- Effectively communicate to Technicians work performance and expectations
- Be on-call 24/7 for your assigned work areas shared with the respective Maintenance Planner.
- Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors, maintain a positive reputation for the company
