Maintenance Technician

About Umicore

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Precious Metals Chemistry

Life-enhancing chemistry. Umicore is an expert in metals-based catalysis for applications that improve our quality of life. Automotive emission treatment technologies, active pharmaceutical ingredients for cancer treatments, the production of fine chemicals and advanced electronics - all are made possible by our organometallic technology know-how. To bring the magic of metal-based chemistry and catalysis to new customers and new applications we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment and facility systems through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance. This role provides hands-on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation support; troubleshoots and repairs equipment issues; and partners with Operations, Engineering, and contractors to improve plant reliability, safety, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM during training. After training, hours may shift to 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM and on-call weekend coverage may be required based on business needs.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical (24V-480V), and instrumentation issues.
• Maintain pumps, valves, piping, rotating equipment, motors, conveyors, control panels, sensors, and control systems.
• Calibrate instruments, conduct equipment inspections, and utilize diagnostic tools to ensure optimal performance.
• Execute maintenance work orders and maintain accurate records in CMMS systems (preferably SAP).
• Support equipment installations, facility upgrades, startups, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement improvements that increase reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintain spare parts inventories and assist with sourcing critical replacement components.
• Follow all safety procedures, including LOTO, OSHA requirements, and Process Safety Management (PSM) practices.
• Participate in root cause analysis, continuous improvement initiatives, development of maintenance procedures, and cross-functional problem-solving efforts.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, contractors, and vendors to resolve equipment issues and support plant objectives.
• Support colleagues and respond to stakeholder requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in line with policies and procedures.
• Escalate issues, risks, and deviations promptly to supervisor and follow through on corrective actions.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.

Preferred

• Associates degree or technical certification in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing, chemical, or industrial maintenance experience.
• Welding and/or machining experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems (24V-480V), pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, and rotating equipment.
• Proficiency with calibration equipment, diagnostic tools, and CMMS software (SAP preferred).
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing environment requiring standing, walking, climbing, lifting, and use of PPE.
• Ability to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and call-ins as needed to support operations.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?