POSITION SUMMARY :
Reporting to the Molding Maintenance Managerr, the maintenance apprentice is an exciting new opportunity. This position is an entry level position to learn and develop into a maintenance technician within a plastic manufacturing environment.
The individual will learn about maintenance on injection molding machines and other various maintenance technologies. HOURS This is a day shift position.
The hours for this position are Monday - Friday from 7 : 00 am - 3 : 00 pm.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITES :
The core responsibilities for this role include :
- Learn and understand mechanical work.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks including cleaning and lubrication.
- Identify and learn to use mechanic tools.
- Learn Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Electrical.
- Learn to read schematics and machine drawings.
- Understand Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies.
- Understand OSHA safety requirements.
- Store and appropriately organize all maintenance parts using a systemized organization process.
- Learn to utilize a CMMS system to document work and requisition parts.
- Learn to use basic powered equipment (i.e., forklift, scissor lift, table saw, grinder, wire wheel, drill press).
- Keep updated and organized documentation for the ordering, handling, and usage of parts, equipment, and supplies.
SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
Educational Requirements : High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Minimum Experience / Field : At least six months of work experience required.
Mechanical aptitude preferred. Communication Skills : Proven track record working with people and problem resolution and strong interpersonal, collaboration skills.
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION :
- Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible.
- Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions.
- Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results.
Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.