WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The Maintenance Lead Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all facility and production equipment. This role leads the development and execution of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program, manages maintenance systems, spare parts inventory, and supports capital planning and cost control efforts.

This is a lead maintenance role and key member of the plant leadership team, requiring a highly experienced, self-directed professional who can operate with minimal supervision, influence decisions, and drive maintenance excellence across the facility.

Essential Duties:

• Establish and maintain a Preventative Maintenance (PM) program and schedule with minimal disruption to production.
• Develop and maintain a work order system and backlog log to effectively track, prioritize, and schedule maintenance activities.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all equipment in a safe and timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, gearboxes, and related equipment.
• Assist operators and management in diagnosing and resolving equipment root cause issues.
• Establish and maintain a critical spare parts list for all essential equipment.
• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring availability while controlling costs.
• Verify incoming parts against purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain equipment files and documentation to support maintenance planning.
• Work closely with operators, supervisors, and management to align maintenance priorities with production needs.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors (fabricators, pipefitters, etc.).
• Perform facility maintenance, including building repairs and groundskeeping (e.g., seasonal freeze prep, flooding).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by applying Saint Gobain WCM standards
• Adhere to all company policies, safety regulations (EHS), and quality standards.
• Follow and enforce procedures for Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined spaces, hot work, line breaking, and working at heights, among others.
• Utilize required PPE and promote a strong safety culture.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and safety documentation.
• Maintain and review the work order backlog and prioritize high-impact tasks.
• Prepare and present a monthly maintenance summary report (i.e., downtime tracking, PM completion).
• Recommend improvements to safety, reliability, and production processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Electrical certification (required)
• 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience (manufacturing preferred)
• Experience with mechanical systems (pumps, valves, gearboxes)
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office, Outlook)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints
• Strong problem-solving, organizational skills, and effective verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and perform physical labor for extended periods and lift to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to: Moving mechanical parts, heat, noise, vibration, chemicals, indoor and outdoor environments, heights, and confined spaces

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

CHRYSO is a global company based in Paris, France with presence in over 70 countries worldwide. CHRYSO provides the means for concrete and cement producers to take their products to levels of performance and value not seen before. CHRYSO takes pride in product innovation and offers a complete line of concrete admixtures and cement additives along with expert technical services. To learn more about CHRYSO please visit www.chrysoinc.com

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:  

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work. 
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance 
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options 
• LiveWell Wellness Program 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave 
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan 
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability 
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance  

 Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want  

• Group Legal 
• Identity Theft Protection 
• Auto and Home Insurance 
• Pet Insurance and Discounts 
• Back-up Child & Elder Care 
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program