Jobs in Decatur, AL

About the role

This position serves as the people leader and technical authority for Ascend’s Technical Specialist Maintenance Department. This role is accountable for leading a diverse team of high voltage, process analyzer, and distributed control system (DCS) technicians in the safe and effective execution of daily maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and turnaround activities for specialized plant systems. The position plays a critical role in improving equipment reliability, driving maintenance excellence, supporting operational performance, and developing technical talent across the organization.

What you'll bring

• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in chemical, petrochemical, refining, pulp and paper, power generation, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting electrical distribution systems, analyzers, instrumentation, PLCs, and DCS systems in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance work processes, reliability principles, and maintenance best practices
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, instrumentation systems, process controls, and industrial maintenance standards
• Demonstrated experience with Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing fundamentals
• Proven leadership and team-building capabilities with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ownership mindset and strong drive to improve systems, processes, and organizational effectiveness
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, decision-making, conflict resolution, facilitation, and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, CMMS systems, and LIMS
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to identify, implement, and sustain corrective actions