Job Description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Maintenance team, composed of over 20 people, is integrated in the Silica Maintenance Department. The Team’s focus is continuous improvement of our Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by creating proactive and reactive solutions to safely produce Silica, in collaboration with our process control group and electrical engineering department.

As a Silica Maintenance Millwright , you will need the ability to perform: Coupling alignments, mechanical machine components, power transmissions, and rotating equipment such as pumps, turbines, seals, bearings and compressors.

You will be accountable for:

• • Safety Leadership: Performing all tasks in a safe manner, adhering to LOTO, hot work, and line break protocols. You will participate in MOC/PHA reviews and provide safety coaching to co-workers.
  • Maintenance Execution: Reviewing SAP work orders and computer-generated PM schedules to formulate repair plans. This includes adjusting, overhauling, or repairing pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
  • Technical Fabrication: Threading, cutting, welding, drilling, and preparing materials to complete assignments. You will also install new equipment, following blueprints and schematics through to start-up.
  • Collaboration: Working effectively with the Silica team and the I/E department on motors, agitators, and actuators. You will ensure smooth shift changes and support team decisions on scheduling and problem-solving.
  • Operational Excellence: Maintaining clean, organized work areas and continuously suggesting improvements to work processes.

We offer a permanent contract based on an onsite working mode with a Rotating Shift, including weekends and holidays schedule.

About you

High school diploma/GED required. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing site as a millwright or industrial mechanic.

Successfully pass the Ramsay MecTest.

Competencies:

• • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, compressors, and hydraulic systems.
  • Strong drive for results and creating a culture of high organizational accountability.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Behaviors:

• • Attention to detail.
  • Agile.
  • Organized.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $42.47/hr to $44.75/hr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.