Job ID:  33574

Maintenance Supervisor (F/M/X)

Permanent contract

USA - Chicago Heights, IL, US

Jun 3, 2026

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

 

About the role

 

 

Our Maintenance team focuses on plant reliability and minimizing downtime in close collaboration with the Production Supervisor and other plant departments.

 

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities to ensure the efficient operation, upkeep, and safety of our chemical plant facilities and equipment. You will spend the majority of your time in the field coaching team members, optimizing maintenance processes, and moving the manufacturing operation from a reactionary repair mode to a proactive, orderly system.

 

  • You will be accountable for:

 

    • Leading and motivating the maintenance team while fostering a culture of safety, high productivity, and exceptional repair quality.
    • Coordinating work schedules with production personnel to prioritize, scope, plan, schedule, and execute daily and emergency maintenance tasks.
    • Managing store inventory including the procurement, storage, labeling, and inventory control of all machinery, equipment, and spare parts.
    • Driving continuous reliability through identifying, scoping, and executing small projects, while tracking costs and activities using the CMMS (RCS) system.
    • Overseeing team development by managing the maintenance training program, monitoring mechanic progress, and adjusting training plans as needed.
  • We offer employment based onsite.

 

 

About you

 

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Requires 5 or more years of experience in a chemical plant or related industry, including at least 3 years working directly in maintenance.

 

Competencies:

 

    • Ability to provide mechanical and electrical expertise to help mechanics perform high-quality, reliable repairs.
    • Strict enforcement of safety regulations, regular risk assessments, safety audits, and mandatory PPE compliance (including respirators, hard hats, and acid-resistant clothing).
    • Proficient in managing computer maintenance software, data entry/retrieval, purchase requisitions, and accounts payable verification.

 

Behaviors:

 

    • Growth
    • Agility
    • Prioritization

 

 

About the pay and benefits

 

  • Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $95,000/yr to $118,000/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
  • Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
  • Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
  • Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

 

 

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.


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