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Maintenance Mechanic

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Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.

We are now looking for a maintenance mechanic for our Augusta, GA location. This role executes all assigned work safely, effectively, and efficiently within the general scope for the mechanic role. Provides feedback on preventative maintenance that might improve the process and notes additional work required on inspected equipment. Responds to emergency or unplanned work as needed, including callouts. Works on plant modifications, including work on capital improvements. Participates in the operation of plant utility systems.

In this role you’ll be responsible for:

  • Complying with all safe work practices, use proper PPE, fall protection equipment, etc.
  • Completing preventative maintenance work and providing feedback on any issues
  • Completing all required documentation
  • Repairing and installing equipment as needed
  • Troubleshooting hardware and processing issues
  • Overseeing the work of specialized contract services such as boiler inspections, chiller inspections, etc.
  • Participating in mobile first responder team, where applicable
  • Managing input to work orders and notifications in SAP
  • Completing labor hour time confirmations in SAP
  • Completing MIGO goods movements transactions in SAP for use of spare parts
  • Assisting in managing the MRO parts warehouse for mechanic items
  • Participating in the operations of plant utility systems such as the boiler, chiller, cooling towers, compressed air system, main fire water supply pump, and chemical feed system for water treatment.
  • Painting and labeling equipment and piping, and performing carpenter work as needed.

What you'll bring to the team:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in chemical manufacturing
  • 2 years of vocational school/technical training strongly
  • Good written and verbal communication skills and math and reading comprehension skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Experience in SAP or use of other computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
  • Experience in use of modern tools such as laser alignment, vibration data collection, etc.
  • Experience in operation of cranes, man lifts, and other equipment as needed

What you can expect from us:

  • Great opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • A job that helps you increase your abilities and skills in various areas
  • Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market
  • An attractive benefit package
  • A great, multicultural and positive working environment

Company DescriptionKemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. Our customers include industrial and municipal water treatment operators, and pulp & paper industry among others. We provide the best-suited products and services to improve our customers’ product quality, process, and resource efficiency. Our focus is on water treatment, renewable solutions, and digital services. In 2023, Kemira had annual revenue of around EUR 3.4 billion and around 5,000 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. www.kemira.com

WWW.KEMIRA.COM/CAREERSCompany DescriptionKemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. Our customers include industrial and municipal water treatment operators, and pulp & paper industry among others. We provide the best-suited products and services to improve our customers’ product quality, process, and resource efficiency. Our focus is on water treatment, renewable solutions, and digital services. In 2023, Kemira had annual revenue of around EUR 3.4 billion and around 5,000 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. www.kemira.com\r\n\r\nWWW.KEMIRA.COM/CAREERS

Maintenance Mechanic

Waynesboro, VA 22980
Full time

Published on 07/19/2025

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