Maintenance Apprentice - 2nd Shift

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker’s Pride, LLC is offering a four-year apprenticeship to become a Maintenance Technician. Apprentices will train on repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment used in production and packaging, while earning a paycheck and gaining formal training at no cost.

Apprentices will participate in training, report hours, and complete safety and technical coursework, with opportunities to advance as skills grow and responsibilities expand on the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Proven mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Previous maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate reporting of apprenticeship hours.
• Complete assigned training classes and maintain passing levels.
• Operate standard maintenance tools and electrical testing equipment safely.
• Perform preventative maintenance from daily up to semi-annual.
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics at 50%.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with minimal supervision.
• Keep work area clean and orderly; follow safety rules and procedures.
• Develop proper safety techniques and document issues for pass-downs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

General computer usage

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Hello, do you possess a basic mechanical aptitude, but lack formal training? Do you have experience maintaining and repairing equipment and are ready to take the next step to Maintenance Technician? If so, then our apprenticeship program may be perfect for you! As an apprentice in our program, you will train on repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment used in the production and packaging of products. Regularly participate in inspecting equipment, structures or material; work on all requests for the various types of maintenance work assigned. This is a four-year program that allows participants to receive formal training at no charge while earning a paycheck.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain accurate reporting of hours for apprenticeship credit
• Complete assigned training classes and maintain passing levels on courses
• Effectively and safely operates standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools and basic electrical testing equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance from daily up to Semi-Annual.
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics at 50%.
• Complete minor troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical related issues without direct supervision.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulation as well as other departmental policies and procedures.
• Help to develop proper safety techniques.
• Detect, document, report and repair improper machine operation and faulty equipment.
• Follow and perform emergency procedures regarding power failures.
• Diversify maintenance skills that will allow assignments to be given in any work areas as required and, on any shift, required.
• Understand and certify in our LOTO program.
• Effectively inform through written communication daily pass-downs issues and actions.

Required Competencies & Knowledge

Knowledge of:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Basic practices in maintenance and repair of mechanical and/or electrical components

Skill in:

• Strong problem solving
• Strong organization and time management
• Strong attention to detail

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Ensure collaborative relationships with other staff members
• Issue and receive instructions
• Focus on safety, quality, and company policies

Proficiency in:

• MS Office Suite
• General computer usage

Work Environment:

Work is primarily done in a manufacturing production floor Frequent production environment exposure which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, forklifts, and fluctuations in temperature

Physical Requirements:

Sitting at a workstation for short periods of time Frequent line calls throughout the building requiring immediate response Stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis Must be able to lift 50 pounds on an infrequent basis

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Proven mechanical aptitude
• Previous maintenance experience is a plus
• Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.