Evonik

Assist the Maintenance Manager with the management of site resident contractors. Supports NAFTA Contractor Management Officer (CMO) in the day-to day oversight and coordination of site Resident Contractors with heavy responsibilities associated with EHSQ along with manpower planning, scheduling and execution, and customer satisfaction at the Mobile Site. Plan, organize and administer workshop maintenance budget.

Assign, supervise, guide/direct and control the operation of the maintenance requirements to include work assignments, job schedules, work priorities, and plant improvements. Direct activities of workshop maintenance personnel and contracted maintenance activities to maintain the operation of all plant equipment and the overall facility, which includes mechanical, electrical, and external contractor aspects in accordance with all legal and other requirements such as the guiding principles of Responsible Care®.

What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package. Since 2009 Evonik Industries AG has been certified as a family-friendly company by the German Hertie Foundation.

Click on the link to learn more about Evonik from our employees:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Job Description Summary

Supervises contracted employees on an assigned shift to perform maintenance or service functions to specific time, quality, and cost standards. Maintenance activities range from mechanical, millwright, welding, piping, civil, electrical, instrumentation, etc. Includes a higher degree of troubleshooting and more complex maintenance such as machine installation/replacement or electrical work.

Interaction and auditing of contractor activities in collaboration with their management. Verifying invoicing and job execution of contracted work. Requires detailed and punctual management of purchase orders, invoicing, payment and accuracy verification for external contractors.

RESPONSIBILTIES

• Lead routine and preventive maintenance operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient use of resources across assigned areas.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance projects, overseeing construction progress, managing scope changes, and ensuring timely, budget-conscious completion.
• Monitor plant and equipment conditions, identify safety risks and improvement opportunities, and conduct root cause analysis to resolve issues effectively.
• Manage procurement and documentation, including sourcing materials, issuing requisitions, and maintaining accurate records for equipment and maintenance activities.
• Supervise and develop maintenance teams, providing coaching, conducting performance evaluations, managing training needs, and enforcing HR policies as needed.
• Oversee external contractors, ensuring quality work, cost control, and compliance through regular audits and performance monitoring.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimize technician productivity, remove operational roadblocks, and collaborate with planners and other departments.
• Coordinate emergency maintenance and plant turnarounds, adjusting schedules and directing resources to ensure successful execution of urgent and large-scale projects.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in maintenance supervision, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Broad technical knowledge across maintenance crafts (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation).
• Familiarity with SAP or similar CMMS systems preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent maintenance needs.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, compliance standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with scheduling tools is a plus.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Michelle Rush [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation