Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 US Best Managed Company, recognized five years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.
The Industrial Millwright is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance, repair, modification, and installation of production and facility equipment. This role supports continuous plant operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment improvements, and collaboration with production and engineering teams.
The successful candidate is a self-motivated team player who demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude, works independently with minimal supervision, and consistently adheres to ISO 9001, GMP, and EH&S requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs on production and packaging equipment.
- Diagnose equipment issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted production.
- Modify, rebuild, and upgrade equipment to improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Support the installation, commissioning, validation, and transfer of new equipment.
- Lead equipment setup, changeovers, and line dismantling activities as required.
- Design, fabricate, and install fixtures, guards, machine components, and other mechanical devices.
- Perform general facility and building maintenance as needed.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair logs, inspection reports, and shift documentation.
- Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturing and warehouse protocols.
- Train and support operators on equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance practices.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and external contractors to complete maintenance and improvement projects.
- Meet established performance, safety, quality, and productivity standards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, safety committees, and cross-functional teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Valid Industrial Millwright Certification.
Experience
- 5 to 7 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with robotic systems and robotic programming.
- Knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes and safe chemical handling practices.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Licensed Millwright with completion of a recognized apprenticeship program and/or post-secondary technical training.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills on manufacturing equipment and production systems.
- Expertise in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical power transmission, and industrial control systems.
- Proficiency with machining equipment, welding equipment, shop machinery, and hand tools.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Experience supporting equipment modifications and continuous improvement projects.
- Ability to coordinate work with engineering personnel, contractors, and other trades.
- Strong communication, teamwork, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to operators and maintenance personnel.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including successful completion of a company-designated medical assessment where applicable.
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision and a defined contribution pension plan, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome, and will be considered without regard to any ground protected by human rights legislation, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, and disability. Solenis provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process, and invites candidates to let us know about their accommodation needs.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com .
The expected compensation range for this position is between $58,450.00 and 77,930.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
Regulatory Disclosure
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.
