Maintenance Procurement Specialist

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INVISTA is a global manufacturer of chemical intermediates, polymers, and fibers. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging, carpet and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market. A subsidiary of Koch Industries since 2004, INVISTA is committed to innovation and responsibly creating more value for its customers and society while consuming fewer resources to make these products. See the bigger picture at INVISTA.com.

Join INVISTA as Maintenance/Procurement Specialist at our Texas Technology Center (TTC) in Katy, TX as we are looking for a motivated person to perform this role as part of the TTC team. The selected individual will review R&D schedule and coordinate with the PI's and operating shift team to align on priorities to successfully execute critical work to maintain equipment availability.

Our Team

The Maintenance/Procurement Specialist role responsible to secure and manage the resources necessary for small projects related to Analytical, Experimental research programs and Building area systems maintenance. This responsibility involves the solicitation, procurement, planning, and scheduling of resources, and the coordination of work activities associated with Maintenance, E&I, DCS, Experimental staff, and contractor personnel. Core competencies of this role include the ability to utilize SAP as a management tool for effective and efficient utilization of resources and for driving the continuous improvement process. Use of Economical and Critical thinking to manage the area budget. Effective interpersonal communication skills and a strong customer focus are necessary attributes for success in this role.

What You Will Do

Mechanical Reliability Support

• Execute the administrative responsibilities of the mechanical reliability program including periodic testing/inspection of relief devices, safety interlocks, pressure vessels, and other critical equipment.
• Project planning and execution for new units for experimental work along with building maintenance and repair.
• Maintain project records and critical equipment databases.
• Maintain Mechanical Integrity design records and testing/inspection files.
• Develop SAP maintenance plans to automate the process of scheduling work activities related to testing and inspection of critical equipment.
• Coordinate with R&D Work Area Leaders to schedule testing/inspection of critical equipment.

Contractor Services Support

• Coordinate with site Contract Management Group (CMG) to secure approved contractors to meet research program objectives.
• Develop scopes of work for submission to CMG group for contractor bids.
• Coordinate with site resources to schedule and oversee contractor work activity in the laboratory.
• Create SAP work orders to secure periodic (annual) and temporary contract services for the laboratory.

Maintenance & Electrical Support

• Team with Maintenance, Electrical and research personnel to plan/schedule daily work activities utilizing SAP as a tool.
• Order parts and materials for the maintenance group by creating requisitions and material reservations in SAP.
• Coordinate with research scientists to secure design resources needed to support experimental projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, codes, and technical standards.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance procedures.
• Translate process ideas & concepts into design sketches used to support experimental projects in the laboratory.
• Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment, as needed.
• Possess strong verbal and technical communication skills.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience leading work groups effectively as part of a multifunctional team with the ability to perform multiple tasks with minimal supervision and guidance
• Experience working in maintenance or operations organizations in the chemical process industry
• Experience utilizing SAP, Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willing and able to wear ALL required PPE which can include safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, acid suits, respirators and encapsulated per the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Five (5) or more years; experience in a Research Lab, Manufacturing or Petrochemical Facility or an A.A.S or bachelor's degree in a technical field
• Experience troubleshooting equipment issues and facilitating RCA, Cause Mapping, and Failure Mode Cause Analysis
• Production, Process, or Maintenance Engineering experience
• SAP Experience and Certifications
• Maintenance or Turnaround Leadership experience

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.