Production Equipment Tech - Apprentice 2nd Shift

Ahead; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Employee Product Discounts

Job summary

Ahead, LLC is seeking a production equipment technician apprentice to maintain embroidery machines, heat seal presses, digital printers, and laser machines. The role involves hands-on maintenance, routine repairs, and accurate daily record keeping in a production environment.

The position follows a 3:30 pm – 12:00 am schedule, Monday through Friday with occasional overtime as required. The successful candidate will learn to troubleshoot and repair all equipment with support from a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal directions and read instructions in English.
• Ability to work in a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn troubleshooting and repair of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair of Cap Frames and other machine attachments.
• Cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs of embroidery machines.
• PM on all machinery.
• Daily record keeping of machine tasks performed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Read English

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Troubleshooting

Tool handling

Repair basics

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The production equipment technician apprentice responsible for routine maintenance of our embroidery machines, heat seal presses, digital printers, and laser machines.

SCHEDULE - 3:30 pm - 12:00 am; Monday – Friday with Overtime during the week as required.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair of Cap Frames & other machine attachments.
• Cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs of embroidery machines.
• PM on all machinery.
• Daily record keeping of machine tasks performed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to follow verbal directions.
• Ability to read instructions in English.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting/problem solving tasks
• Ability to work with tools and machinery.
• Skill set to learn how to troubleshoot and repair all equipment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive use of hands, fingers, and arms.
• Ability to demonstrate fine dexterity skills.
• Ability to move about the facility.
• Ability to climb, bend, reach, kneel and crouch.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to moderate noise level.

VISION REQUIREMENT

• Close and distance vision.
• Vision to be able to thread a needle.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Closed toe footwear required when entering the Production Floor (as needed).
• Safety Glasses (as needed).

OUR BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance Options at Discounted Rates
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts

Ahead, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a socially responsible company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ahead, LLC participates in E-Verify, We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Completion of a post-offer background check is required for all positions. A satisfactory driving record is required for positions in which driving is an essential job function.