Press Maintenance Apprentice - 3rd Shift

Jefferson Industries Corporation; West Jefferson (NC, KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical options (3 plans)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dental & Vision coverage

Company-paid short-term disability

401k with match

Job summary

Jefferson Industries Corp in West Jefferson, OH is seeking an Entry Level Technician for maintenance and inspection work on presses and conveyors. The role supports shutdown activities and requires basic wiring skills, routine reporting in the PLEX system, and a path to technician progression.

The position is full-time on the second shift with multiple bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits. Salary is hourly, with pay steps for longevity and shift premium considerations.

Qualifications

• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work second shift, weekends, holidays, shutdowns and overtime.
• Quality oriented; understand how tasks affect quality.
• Perform duties safely, accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Apprenticeship program is 2 years to become technician level.

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 spare parts are on hand; add items not controlled by MRO as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance activities, including basic wiring.

Skills

Basic hand tools

Self-motivation

Shift flexibility

Quality orientation

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Continuous improvement

Verbal & written communication

Apprenticeship pathway

Job description

Job Details

Job Details Level: Entry
Job Location: Jefferson Industries Corp - West Jefferson, OH 43162
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: None
Salary Range: $22.50 - $28.50
Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Shift: Second
Job Category: Automotive

Job Duties

• 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

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 & Requirements

• 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