Arkema · 2 weeks ago
Electrical and Instrumentation Mechanic Job
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expArkema is a leading company in the Oxygenes & Derivatives division, and they are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Mechanic. The role involves managing a wide range of electrical work, including troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of production and facility equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
IndustrialManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform highly diversified instrumentation duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment
Understand, execute, and follow all procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
Test all equipment worked on for proper operation prior to turnover to production
Use Power Equipment (power hand tools, grinders, drill press, saws, press)
Fabrication (Reading Prints, Developing Isometric Drawings, Follow engineering standards)
Read and understand equipment drawings, manuals, and documentation
Use a variety of test and diagnostic meters as well as electronic instrument calibration devices
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance, calibration and service
Diagnose problems, replace, repair, test and make adjustments to instrumentation
Work on digital and analog computer machine interfacing
Perform highly diversified electrical duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment
Diagnose problems, replace, repair, test and make adjustments to electrical equipment
Electrical duties would include preventive maintenance of motors and other electrical apparatus (switchgear, MCC’s, VFD’s, power panels, etc.)
Knowledge of the NEC
Read and interpret One-line drawings, electrical/electronic schematics and related drawings/diagrams
Knowledge of NFPA 70E
Operation of Lifting Equipment (Fork Truck, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, etc.)
Understand, execute, and follow all procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
Document Maintenance work for Governmental and Permit Compliance
Log time and able to describe work done in work order system
Use Database Software to Acquire parts needed for Job
Scope and Plan jobs
Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment and plant facilities
Update maintenance records and equipment history as needed
Communicate with outside vendors or contractors to help on capital project work
Maintains a clean work environment
Executes all tasks necessary as assigned to support plant operations, such tasks may be of an unskilled or skilled nature
Provide feedback to supervision pertaining to any abnormal equipment observations
Read company communications weekly, i.e. production advisories, emails, etc
Complete scheduled periodic training on time and as required
Other duties as assigned
Follow All Plant Safety Procedures and Policies (LOTO, SWP, etc.)
Use of Proper PPE for Job and Area (Respirators, Harnesses, Chemical Suits)
Conformance to Plant Permits and Certifications (ISO, cGMP, Title V, FDA, RCRA, SWWP)
Work at elevated heights (platforms, scaffolding, ladders and grating)
Ensures compliance of regulatory and plant safety and environmental requirements with special emphasis on Process Safety Management (PSM)
Demonstrates commitment to HES through high visibility and actions
Maintenance work will occasionally require confined space entries, working at elevated heights, using respirators, working outdoors, etc
Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents
Qualification
Required
Requires a HS diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or a journeyman electrical license, or an equivalent number of years of education and electrical or instrumentation experience. Documentation of training/experience must be available
4+ years of manufacturing experience; strong electrical or instrumentation and industrial skills
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times
Knowledgeable in virtually all electrical applications and intricacies specific to the Memphis site
Must be able to multi-task and efficiently operate in a stressful work environment
Must have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
High level of detail and accuracy required
Demonstrate strong work ethic by managing time and completing tasks
Ability to function in a team environment or as individual
Maintain good attitude and good attendance
Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
Basic computer skills (Microsoft office, Email, etc.)
Be on Call and Work overtime as need to keep plant up and running
Company
Arkema
Arkema produces speciality chemicals.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.47B2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $584.71M
2025-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $450.07M
2024-03-14Post Ipo Debt· $435.31M
Leadership Team
Thierry Le Hénaff
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Marie-José Donsion
Group CFO
Recent News
2026-01-15
2026-01-14
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