1st Shift Machine Maintenance Apprentice - Manual Machinist Focus

Lindt & Sprungli (North America) Inc.; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company as a Maintenance Apprentice, where you'll embark on a comprehensive 6,000-hour DOL-certified Apprenticeship program. This unique opportunity combines hands-on training with computerized learning, focusing on essential skills in manual machining and maintenance. You'll work alongside experienced mechanics, gaining invaluable experience in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and machine operation. This role not only enhances your technical abilities but also allows you to contribute to a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence and innovation. If you're eager to learn and grow in a supportive setting, this apprenticeship is the perfect starting point for your career in maintenance.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 6,000-hour DOL-certified Apprenticeship program.
• Competency across multiple maintenance disciplines is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist production mechanics with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and document activities.
• Participate in high-profile equipment rebuilds for advanced learning.

Skills

Manual Machining

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Machine Shop Equipment

Pneumatic Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Welding Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Job description

Who We Are

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose

The Maintenance Apprentice will undergo comprehensive training to develop practical skills throughout a 6,000-hour DOL-certified Apprenticeship program. This structured program includes computerized learning, hands-on training, and instructor-led coursework in core maintenance disciplines, with a strong focus on manual machining. Apprentices will receive specialized instruction in operating lathes, mills, grinders, and other machining equipment, gaining proficiency in precision measurement, tooling selection, and material properties essential for fabrication and repair work.

Apprentices must demonstrate competency across multiple disciplines. Based on business needs and individual merit, further training in Electro-mechanical technology or Controls specialization may be pursued, complementing their expertise in machining and mechanical systems.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Preventative Maintenance and Production Support

• Assist experienced production mechanics with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as skills and training progress.
• Rebuild and repair mechanical assemblies offline for re-installation into production equipment.
• Document all maintenance activities in the CMMS system for tracking and analysis.
• Complete self-directed computerized training, demonstrating consistent progress until completion.
• Participate in high-profile equipment rebuilds and project work for advanced learning opportunities.

Training Topics (Not Comprehensive)

• Equipment and System Troubleshooting & Repair
• Preventative Maintenance Procedures
• Manual Machining (Lathe, Mill, Grinding, Drilling)
• Machine Shop Equipment and Metal Fabrication
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
• Welding and Rigging Techniques