Press Maintenance Apprentice - 2nd Shift

Jefferson Industries Corporation; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Shift premium

Holiday Pay

401k Retirement

Company-paid uniforms

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Industries Corporation is seeking an Apprentice for the Press Maintenance team on 2nd shift (02:00 pm - 10:30 pm). The role involves inspecting presses and conveyors, supporting shutdowns, and learning to become a Press Maintenance Technician.

This entry-level position offers weekly pay, shift premiums, and a strong benefits package including medical options, 401k, and tuition reimbursement. Training toward technician level is provided within a 2-year program.

Qualifications

• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Self-motivated and able to perform with minimal supervision.
• Able to work odd shifts, weekends, holidays, shutdowns, and overtime.
• Must be quality oriented and understand how every task may impact quality.
• Perform job duties in a safe, effective, and accurate manner.
• Ability to use computer.
• Must be self-starter with own continuous improvement agenda.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform bi-weekly inspections on all presses and report findings in Plex inspection report.
• Perform monthly inspections on all presses and report findings in Plex inspection report.
• Perform monthly inspections on all scrap conveyors and report findings in Plex inspection report.
• Support shutdown activities.
• Verify needed spare parts are on hand and stocked.
• Perform basic maintenance activities, which may include basic wiring or similar activities.
• All work should be recorded in Plex. This should include work was done and how long.
• Work with Press Maintenance Technician to learn technical skills needed to develop to become a Press Maintenance Technician.
• Follow all Safety Policies and wear all proper PPE.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Use basic hand tools

Self-motivation

Shift flexibility

Quality mindset

Safety oriented

Computer skills

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Jefferson Industries Corp - West Jefferson, OH 43162Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.50 - $28.50 HourlyJob Shift: SecondJob Category: Automotive

As the North American headquarters forG-TEKT Corporation, Jefferson Industries actively participates in the Global Automotive Industry. As part of our involvement, Jefferson Industries Corporation offers design and development for press dies and other tools necessary to produce automotive products. We embrace programs for product development including product design review and Advanced Product Quality Planning. Our facilities support high quality product manufacturing, and we provide a timely and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our customers.

We are actively seeking an Apprentice to join our Press Maintenance team on 2nd Shift (core schedule, Monday - Friday, 02:00 pm - 10:30 pm)

Job Duties May Include:

• Perform bi-weekly inspections on all presses and report findings in PLEX inspection report
• Perform monthly inspections on all presses and report findings in PLEX inspection report
• Preform monthly inspections on all scrap conveyors and report findings in PLEX inspection report
• Support shutdown activities
• Verify needed spare parts are on hand and stocked. Items that are not controlled by MRO may need to be added
• Perform basic maintenance activities, which may included basic wiring or similar activities
• All work should be recorded in Plex. This should include work was done and how long.
• Work with Press Maintenance Technician to learn technical skills that is needed to develop to become a Press Maintenance Technician
• Follow all Safety Policies and wear all proper PPE
• Other duties as assigned

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JIC associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Compensation:

• Weekly Pay
• Additional $1.00/hour at 5 and 10 years of service
• Additional $0.50/hour for 2nd or 3rd shift premium
• Holiday Pay
• Shutdown Pay
• Summer - around July 4th holiday
• Winter - around Christmas/New Year's holiday
• Monthly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Annual Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Bi-annual TEAM Achievement Bonus
• Annual Profit Share Bonus

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Three (3) medical options to allow you the flexibility to choose what level of coverage best fits you and your family's needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Dental & Vision (must be enrolled in medical benefit)
• Voluntary Supplemental
  • Life Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Group Accident
  • Critical Illness
• Company-paid
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • Basic Life & AD&D
    • Employee coverage - 2 times annual base earnings
    • Spouse - flat $10,000
    • Child - flat up to $5,000
• 401k Retirement
  • Traditional Contribution
  • ROTH Contribution
  • Company Match
• 401k Retirement Profit Share
  • Funded 100% by Company based on a percentage of eligible earnings each quarter
  • Eligible regardless of participation in 401K Retirement
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
• Company-paid uniforms, including laundering
• Tickets@Work - web-based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.)

Skills & RequirementsSkills:

• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Self motivated and ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Able to work odd shifts, weekends, holidays, shutdowns, and overtime
• Must be quality oriented and understand how every taks may impact quality
• Perform job duties in a safe, effective, and accurate manner
• Ability to use computer
• Must be self-starter with own continuous improvement agenda
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Apprenticeship program is 2 year program to become technician level