Oil Analysis Technician
Bayer
Summary
Oil Analysis Technician at the Muscatine Plant is responsible for oil analysis, filtering, lubrication and safely maintaining chemical processing equipment.
Job description
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Initially complete the Maintenance Oil Analysis Training Program within the defined timeframe to ensure familiarity with the design, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems, along with obtaining knowledge of plant piping and materials of construction standards.
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs of industrial rotating mechanical equipment, including pumps, agitators, gearboxes, and compressors.
- Perform pump seal replacements, pump bearing replacements and equipment laser alignments.
- Accurately maintain equipment repair/modification documentation and update equipment files.
- Assist in determining root cause of failure and working with engineering to develop reliability resolutions.
- Work with maintenance and production to complete work both safely and efficiently.
- Attend training to increase skill level and obtain qualifications associated with the position in the maintenance reliability lubrication field as required.
- Perform housekeeping activities and other duties as assigned to assure a safe working environment.
Required Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent (GED)
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Mechanical trades or Production unit at the Ruveon Muscatine site or minimum 5 years of equivalent work experience in mechanical field or a mechanical trade.
- Proficient with SAP
- Basic Computer Skills (Microsoft Office; Outlook, Word, Excel)
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree or Certifications in Mechanical related field.
- Understanding of industrial bearings, pump operation, along with performing preventative maintenance (PM) tasks and following all mandated procedures/regulations related to those systems.
- Knowledge or Certifications in the Vibration Analysis field.
- Knowledge or Certifications in the Oil Analysis field
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent (GED)
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Mechanical trades or Production unit at the Ruveon Muscatine site or minimum 5 years of equivalent work experience in mechanical field or a mechanical trade
- Proficient with SAP
- Basic Computer Skills (Microsoft Office; Outlook, Word, Excel)
Benefits
- Health care
- Vision
- Dental
- Retirement
- PTO
- Sick leave
Company overview
Bayer AG is a global life science company with core competencies in healthcare and agriculture, operating as one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations. Founded in 1863 and headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, Bayer operates through three primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science. The company's pharmaceutical segment focuses on prescription products for cardiology, women's healthcare, oncology, hematology, and ophthalmology, with blockbuster drugs including Xarelto, Eylea, and Nubeqa. Bayer's Consumer Health division markets well-known over-the-counter brands such as Aspirin, Aleve, Claritin, and Bepanthen. The Crop Science division, strengthened by the acquisition of Monsanto, provides seeds, crop protection products, and digital farming solutions. With approximately 92,815 employees worldwide and operations in 80 countries, Bayer is committed to its mission of "Health for all, Hunger for none," driving innovation in medical treatments, agricultural productivity, and sustainable development. The company maintains a strong research and development pipeline, investing heavily in areas like precision medicine, artificial intelligence applications in healthcare, and sustainable agricultural technologies.