Machine Technician

AJM Packaging; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (BCBS)

Optical Insurance

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harb

Job summary

AJM Packaging Corporation is hiring mechanically inclined individuals for production roles across three shifts. Starting pay is $18.90 per hour, with a $0.50 per hour bonus for each referral. Roles involve troubleshooting and maintenance of production equipment, setting up machines, and ensuring product quality across shifts.

Candidates should be 18+, possess a high school diploma or GED, and be willing to train on the job. Prior factory experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with the ability to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
• Able to use hand tools and perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Willing to train on the job and advance within the company.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production machinery by observing components and sounds to locate issues.
• Assess machines and repair or replace defective parts and clear paper jams.
• Set up and start/stop production machines after maintenance or paper roll changes.
• Inspect finished products for quality after downtime to ensure proper functioning.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Hand tools

On-the-job training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls, and bags, has immediate openings for ambitious mechanically inclined individuals interested in acquiring new and unique skills leading to a rewarding and well paid career in a rapidly expanding recession-proof industry.

Pay -

• $18.90/HR to start
• Plus an additional $0.50/HR for every hire you refer to AJM, with no limit on the number of referrals

Available Shifts (Full Time - 40 Hours) -

• 1st 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM
• 3rd 10:30 PM - 6:00 AM

Responsibilities & Duties –

• Troubleshoot the production machinery. Observe and visually scan machine components and/or listen to their sounds while in operation to locate source(s) of the problem. Take a determination of the trouble source and the necessary corrective action(s).
• Assess machines to examine the source of trouble. As necessary, repair or remove and replace defective parts, clear paper jams, adjust paper, or take other corrective action.
• Do the set-up and start-up/stop of production machine after any interruption - such as maintenance, changing of paper rolls or similar events.
• Check the quality of the finished product on a regular basis and after any machine down time to ensure properfunctioning of the machine.
• As required, lubricate and clean machinery parts and perform any other preventative maintenance.
• As required, adjust machine components and control instruments.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Complete all other duties the Supervisor deems necessary.

Minimum Requirements –

• Ability to train on the job, with the desire to advance within the company.
• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Previous Factory or Manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required.
• Technical certifications are a plus, including but not limited to Electrical, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, and Mechatronics.
• Mechanically inclined, and able to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Ability to perform all the physical components of the position, with reasonable accommodation if required.

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

Summary of Benefits –

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede yourprogress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.

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