Title: Manager, Maintenance

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.

We are looking for someone to provide leadership and direction to the Maintenance Department, defining all maintenance processes and workflows related to the maintenance, repair, and replacement of plant equipment. Ensure equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime through the application of preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Maintain facility assets and infrastructure, including utilities, buildings and structures, and grounds. Position manages the planning, scheduling and preventative maintenance programs as well as executing most of the capital expenditure projects for the site This position is in our Mojave, CA facility.

In this role you’ll be responsible for:

Leading and developing strong maintenance teams, demonstrating effective leadership skills.
Providing equipment-specific knowledge in areas such as boilers, steam systems, DC power supplies, and electrochemical processes.
Applying plant maintenance, HSE, and process safety management principles and policies in daily operations.
Fostering effective communication and collaboration with leaders and professionals across all levels.
Utilizing analytical skills for problem-solving, including root cause analysis, and managing projects within a chemical manufacturing environment.

What you’ll bring to the table:

Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical industry maintenance programs
Minimum 3 years of prior supervisory/manager experience
Strong background in preventative and predictive maintenance, mechanical reliability, and plant utilities
Experience with maintenance planning and scheduling processes
Working knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management principles and requirements

What you can expect from us:

Great opportunities for personal and professional growth.
A job that helps you increase your abilities and skills in various areas.
Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market.
An attractive benefit package.
A great, multicultural, and positive working environment.

Want to create better every day? Join Kemira!

For more information, please contact Sundar Narayanasamy by email at Sundar.Nayaranasamy@kemira.com

Please apply with CV/Resume at Kemira.com/careers.

The starting salary range for consideration for this position is $95,000 to $125,000 per year with opportunities for performance-based bonuses. The actual starting salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant employment history & experience, skill set/competencies, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid time off, life/disability insurance and a 401k retirement plan (which includes a company match).

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. We deliver tailored products and services to improve the product quality, processes, and resource efficiency of our diverse range of customers. Our focus is on water treatment, as well as on fiber and renewable solutions – enabling sustainability transformation for our customers. In 2024, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.9 billion with a global team of some 4,700 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com