OxyChem

OxyChem

Maintenance Supervisor - I&E

LaPorte, Texas

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago
ExcelSAPCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference.
  • OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America.
  • OxyChem's products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction.

Responsibilities

  • In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount.
  • The Battleground Maintenance Supervisor - I&E position located in Laporte, Texas leads and coordinates instrumentation and electrical maintenance to support safe and reliable plant operations.
  • Lead OxyChem and contract electricians/instrument techs to safely complete scheduled and urgent work per OxyChem and industry standards.
  • Maintain a strong field presence to support safe work execution, troubleshooting, work quality, productivity, and technician development.
  • Lead and coach the maintenance technicians to ensure that through proper training all work is performed according to job plan.
  • Manage backlog of work orders to maintain plant reliability.
  • Participate in the design and implementation of equipment and process improvements, material of construction improvements and efficiency, and cost control improvements.

Requirements

  • High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and good working knowledge of SAP.
  • Must be able to respond to off hour emergencies.
  • Ability to read, write and speak in English.
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs.
  • Walking, bending, stooping is required.
  • Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator.
  • Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
  • If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • A minimum of five years' experience as an instrumentation technician and/or electrician. Dual qualification preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Physical requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
  • Fraud Statement:
  • It has come to our attention that various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of OxyChem. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate, nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All OxyChem job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.
  • OxyChem does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never:

Nice to have

  • A minimum of five years' experience as an instrumentation technician and/or electrician.
  • Dual qualification preferred.
  • NCCER certification ​ preferred
  • Experience with supervising a group of instrumentation and electrical professionals preferred.

Benefits

  • OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety.
  • We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.
  • Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.

Company info

  • It has come to our attention that various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of OxyChem.
  • Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate, nor are they associated with our recruitment process.
  • All OxyChem job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.
  • OxyChem does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process.
  • We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way.
  • If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, OxyChem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

This listing is sourced directly from OxyChem's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.