Methanex Corporation · 6 hours ago
Mechanical Supervisor
Geismar, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expMethanex Corporation is a leading producer of methanol, and they are seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the maintenance of mechanical fixed equipment at their production facilities. The role involves managing the maintenance team, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving continuous improvement in maintenance processes.
ConsumerFuelIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Serves as an active member of the Maintenance leadership team, contributing to the development and execution of the department’s strategic direction
Responsible for and effectively manages the budget and the execution schedule of the team
Ensures all work is completed safely and cost effectively to achieve the required quality and schedule
Manages the day to day work within the plant area
Supervises shutdown and turnaround work within the plant area
Responds to Operations priorities to minimize production loss
Ensures that all maintenance work is integrated into the Operations department requirements
Ensures effective integration and coordination with the other supervisors and disciplines within the Maintenance department
Ensures that technical skills within the team are at a level consistent with industry, and establishes/oversees competency assurance programs to this effect
Ensures that all plant maintenance is implemented in accordance with Methanex Standards and Best Practices, and are in compliance with all relevant USA legislation
Reviews and ensures proper logs and failure codes are documented within the CMMS for executed Work Orders
Ensures that all Plant Changes are implemented in accordance with the applicable Methanex Management of Change procedures
Identifies continuous improvement opportunities to drive down the unit cost of maintenance and/or minimize overall risk of harm to people, harm to the environment or loss prevention, and communicates these to the responsible person
Performs other duties as assigned
Regularly communicates progress/issues associated with the team. Communication of progress/issues to the Maintenance Manager and other key stakeholders
Daily/weekly communication updates of progress (Cost/Budget and Progress/Schedule) and issues
Maintains good and regular communications with contractor companies to ensure timely feedback regarding progress and performance
Provides effective leadership to the Mechanical team, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards
Coaches mechanical technicians and manages their performance, developing long‑term growth plans to enhance capability
Responsible for people‑management activities, including hiring, termination, training and development, performance reviews, and administering corrective actions
Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism
Conducts all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care® ethic
All behaviors are reflective of Responsible Care Ethics and Codes of Practice
Proactively supports all Methanex program to improve EHS performance
High-awareness reviews and recommendations for improvement of applicable Methanex policies, procedures, and standards
Employee and contractor compliance with applicable Methanex policies, procedures, and standards
Effectively manages all incidents within their team. Ensure timely and effective investigation and completion of all assigned actions
Networks with other Methanex sites to the mutual benefit of all sites
Responsible for ensuring awareness of all controlled documents relating to this position as per Document Awareness Report from Document Management Database
Contributes to the ‘operational excellence’ for Methanex USA as an effective member of the Maintenance department
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Mechanical Trade Certificate or equivalent desired
7-10 years experience in a Mechanical trades role, 5+ years experience in supervisory capacity
Ability to read and interpret plant drawings (P&IDs, ISOs, etc.)
Experience in, and/or knowledge of, common welding processes for carbon steel, stainless, chrome and duplex
Knowledge and understanding of standard mechanical inspection techniques and technologies
Knowledge and understanding of pressure containing equipment requirements and regulations
Experience with Predictive and Preventative Maintenance programs
Experience with Root Cause Analysis
Experience with ISO 9000
Good decision making skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Priority Setting and Time Management skills
A self-starter
Ability to maintain positive and effective internal and external customer relationships
Competency with computer software such as Microsoft Office, Maximo or other CMMS programs
Able to work in a Petrochemical plant environment, which can involve noise, heat, heights, inclement weather, etc
Demonstrates the flexibility required to adapt to varying work arrangements to meet the needs of the manufacturing operation
Ability to perform on‑call duties as needed
Company
Methanex Corporation
We make an essential product that improves everyday life and provides solutions for a sustainable future.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$600M2024-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $600M
1992-05-29IPO
Leadership Team
John Floren
President and CEO
Paul Dobson
Corporate Director
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