Industrial Electrician/ Maintenance Journeyman

Industrial Electrician/ Maintenance Journeyman

Location: Pevely, MO, US, 63070

The Electromechanic Journeyman is responsible for all mechanical and electrical maintenance of process equipment and general facility equipment. The starting pay rate for this role is $40.56 per hour. Any future increases are dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Rotating 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts

Responsibilities:

• Perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on production-related equipment
• Ensure proper and safe operation of all production machine systems
• Communicate and work with Plant Engineering Manager, Maintenance Supervisors, Production Supervisors, Scheduler, and production staff
• Troubleshoot, maintain and install mechanical, electrical, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to provide maximum percentage of uptime possible
• Troubleshoot and fix manufacturing equipment such as wrappers, mixers and motors at the plant
• Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels
• Connect power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and install grounding leads
• Monitor and ensure that the equipment is in excellent condition for operation
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies/programs within department responsibilities

Minimum skills / qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years of experience in a production manufacturing environment
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude and good problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures
• Ability to follow and retain directions as well as manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to reach a common goal
• Ability to read blueprints and perform job layouts for electrical circuitry and devices
• Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Able to handle multiple tasks with the capability of prioritizing and planning work activities
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness with the ability to improve and promote quality and safety
• Must be able to pass the Ramsey Test

Preferred skills / qualifications:

• Technical school degree
• Maintenance knowledge of conveyor systems, palletizing systems, and furnace or ovens
• Journeyman card or equivalent

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law. Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.