Reliability Technician

Lanxess Corporation
life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Kalama
1296 Northwest 3rd Street (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
Job Highlights Provide daily support to troubleshoot and maintain plant processing equipment as well as provide analysis and solutions to improve reliability. Perform mechanical equipment NDT, laser alignment, vibration and data analysis, inspections, and positive materials of construction identification. Provide input and train employees on procedures for reliability and mechanical integrity for both mechanical equipment as well as instrumentation. Perform root cause failure analysis in order to improve equipment reliability. Provide support on reliability studies for equipment and process improvements. Monitor installation or modifications to the facility and provide technical guidance as needed. Develop and maintain inspection routes. Ability to creatively research new technologies and methods to perform maintenance. Other tasks and duties as assigned Use many different hand and diagnostic tools in testing and repairing equipment Work independently or as part of a team Participate in training of employees on reliability based practices. Experience / Skills Level I Vibration Analysis Certification Familiarity with industry standards such as API and ASME preferred. Must have functional knowledge of computer use (i.e. Windows, Word, Excel, CMMS, etc.) Must have a good mechanical and instrumentation aptitude relative to the work environment with the desire to excel. Troubleshooting: Reliability Technician must be able to find the root cause of issues and think logically about solutions. Critical Thinking: When diagnosing problems, a Reliability Technician must think critically in their process of repairing the issue. A minimum of five years' of relevant experience in an industrial setting. Chemical industrial experience preferred. Knowledge of equipment used in chemical manufacturing and its proper application. Knowledge of rotating equipment used in specialty chemical manufacturing including, but not limited to, pumps, mixers, compressors, and fans. Ability to analyze technical data and problems, formulate appropriate recommendations and work independently. Initiative and strong sense of professional responsibility are considered essential. Strong verbal skills required in addition to the ability to facilitate meetings. Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Familiarity with industry standards such as API and ASME preferred. Ability to present training materials in class room setting preferred. High regard for safety and the environment; Must complete pre-employment physical to ensure the worker can handle physical requirements of the positionincluding, but not limited to: lifting up to 55 pounds, climbing ladders, bending, stooping, twisting, operating equipment and working outside in conditions that are subject to the elements. Location: Kalama Employee Type: Regular Who we are LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability. Be part of it! What we offer you Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement and the starting pay is $54.03 per hour. Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include: - Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision - Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD - Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D - Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D - Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term - Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care - NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection - Aflac Benefits - Legal Assistance Program - Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement. Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning. Diversity:LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs. LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors. We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available! Join the LANXESS team!