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Syensqo 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.

We are looking for:

Syensqo's Maintenance Co-Op Program is designed to provide students an opportunity to work side by side experienced Maintenance professionals while gaining hands on experience with challenging, real-world problems at a unique manufacturing site. The program is designed to supplement current and previous course work with work tasks that allow the Co-op to apply and hone what they have learned. The main goal of this program is to prepare students for full-time employment with Syensqo as a Maintenance Technician after graduation. A successful candidate will work part-time (20-30 hours/week) at our Piedmont site while attending classes. Opportunities may allow work up to 40 hours/week while classes are not in session. Work hours will flexible based on your class schedule.

We count on you for:

• Install, recondition, repair, and troubleshoot various types of mechanical, electrical, and process control equipment throughout all areas of the plant as assigned.
• Rebuild equipment back to original condition meeting all of the original equipment manufacturers standards and specifications understanding critical clearances and tolerances.
• Install rotating equipment understanding how to use precision tools & perform laser alignments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment and systems.
• Utilize all types of industrial shop tools, portable tools, instruments, calibrators, etc. safely and effectively
• Learn about carbon fiber and other composite material manufacturing, associated equipment, and maintenance best practices.

• Learn to test designs and solutions in real-life applications.
• Opportunity to present in weekly team meeting and provide updates on projects as milestones are reached.
• While attending college full-time, you will work part-time hours prescribed by the Maintenance Supervisor allowing them to be successful in both their classwork and workplace training.

• To carry out guided research where observation, independent deduction and directional input will be encouraged.
• To support and train you on the lab work and safety associated with it
• To give you the opportunity to interact with the different research teams in several scientific domains (e.g., microbiology, analytical, process safety,...)
• To develop your scientific, project management skills and knowledge on methodology.

• Pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, mechanical or electrical degree or equivalent through Greenville Technical College
• Possess and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 throughout the program (not just in major)
• Strong performance, attendance, and academic standing with the Technical Program
• Must provide and attach current transcript or HS Transcript if now course work GPA is provided.
• Complete and pass pre-employment screening (i.e. Physical, background check, drug test, and respirator fit)
• Ability to work safely in a safety sensitive environment
• Must have reliable transportation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office application
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to use hands/fingers to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place detect and position productivity machinery such as production equipment and computers
• Must be able to be exposed to and work in a production environment that can experience extreme swings in temperatures both cold and hot.
• Must be able to stand and walk while working on a concrete floor 75% of the time
• Must to able to carry, lift, transport and position material weighing a maximum of 50lbs
• Must be able to push or pull equipment/material weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders or balance to ascend, descend and traverse stairs and work platforms to perform work duties. Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or position self to maintain and position material used in production
• Must be able to see to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate and assess quality of product produced in production to meet quality standards
• Must be able to work around hazardous chemicals using a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

• Competitive internship salary
• Industry experience
• Great working environment & collaboration

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. 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.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
  
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