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The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.   

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Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as Industrial Equipment Lubrication Specialist

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the Chemical industry looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

 

What Will Be Your Environment:

The Painesville plant is one of Lubrizol’s larger facilities in the area, just outside of Cleveland, OH. 

 

What You'll Do:

As Industrial Equipment Lubrication Specialist, you will perform routine lubrication tasks, including inspections, oil sampling, draining, refilling, re-greasing, and topping off oil levels. You will assist engineers in identifying equipment issues, troubleshooting, and performing minor repairs. Key responsibilities include maintaining records in SAP, managing supplies for the Lubrication Building, and upholding 5S housekeeping standards. You will also provide technical support for equipment lubrication, assist with equipment repairs, and ensure safe work practices. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

 

What We're Looking For:

Perform routine lubrication routes including but not limited to visual inspections, taking oil samples, draining/flushing/refilling oil, re-greasing, and topping-off oil levels. Assist Reliability and Maintenance Engineers with identifying abnormal equipment conditions, troubleshooting, and performing minor servicing/repairs. Maintains equipment/work order records and inspection reports in SAP. Maintains inventories and orders supplies and lubricants associated with the Lubrication Building. Responsible for all upkeep of 5S related housekeeping activities associated with the Lubrication Building. Provides lubrication technical support for new equipment start-ups and existing equipment continued operation. Assist members of the Mechanical Maintenance Team in repairing equipment such as pumps, mixers, gearboxes, etc. Safely work both independently and around others while following all required procedures. Additional duties as assigned.

 

 

Skills That Make a Difference:

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited school. Minimum 3 years of skilled industrial maintenance experience. Knowledge of the following: Equipment troubleshooting, rigging, forklift operation, rotating/stationary equipment repair and operation, millwrighting, pipefitting and layout, reading prints and diagrams. Strong organizational skills. Ability to wear SCBA\Respirator and other protective equipment as required. Good math skills (addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication). Good communication skills (written, verbal, and listening). Good computer skills.

 

Considered a Plus:

Previous chemical plant experience or knowledge of chemical hazards. Formal technical/trade schools or certification. Interest in further education in condition based monitoring equipment (i.e. vibration, thermography, etc.).

 

Working Conditions:

Willing to work overtime including weekends, holidays and call-ins. Will be subject to extended periods of climbing ladders and stairways, sitting, walking, standing, bending, stooping, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, moving and lifting up to 100 pounds. Presence of nuisance odors from chemical processes, testing facilities, or laboratories. Many areas may be extremely noisy. Must be willing/able to work outdoors in inclement weather.

 

Perks and Rewards That Inspire:

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401k Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental and vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave

 

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together! 

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers and communities. 

We work with a relentless commitment to operate safely and responsibly, keeping safety, sustainability, ethics, and compliance at the forefront of everything we do. The well-being of our employees, customers and communities is paramount to our culture and in the way we approach our work.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. 

More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic.