Mechatronics Technician Apprentice: Path to Journeyman

Silgan Closures; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

The Silgan Closures Maintenance Department in Kingsport, TN is continuing a Tennessee Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program for a Mechatronics Technician. Upon successful completion, the employee will be a Department of Labor certified Journeyman.

The 4‑year/8,000 hour on-the-job training program includes 1,000 hours of related instruction, lab work at the RCAM building, and company-paid labs and coursework, with some instruction done by the candidate in their own time.

Qualifications

• Write a position statement as to why you are interested and should be considered for the apprenticeship
• Must be accurate and trustworthy with a positive attitude that embraces change and continuous improvement in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Meet the requirements of the National Career Readiness Certificate at: Applied Mathematics 4, Reading for Information 5, Locating Information 4
• Sign the Silgan Apprenticeship Agreement with NESCC/RCAMM and abide by the standards of Apprenticeship
• Attend and pass coursework during and off-hours
• Demonstrate progress on the job
• Submit regular progress reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent personal leadership and organizational skills
• Pass a drug screen
• Job description physical requirements

Job description

The Silgan Closures Maintenance Department in Kingsport, TN is continuing a Tennessee Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program for a Mechatronics Technician. Upon successful completion, the employee will be a Department of Labor certified Journeyman.

The 4‑year/8,000 hour on-the-job training program includes 1,000 hours of related instruction, lab work at the RCAM building, and company-paid labs and coursework, with some instruction done by the candidate in their own time.