Maintenance Apprentice

Full-time, Monday thru Friday with overtime required when necessary, including weekends. This is an entry-level hourly position with growth potential! This position requires the apprentice to develop Industrial Maintenance knowledge and skills through on-the-job training in combination with class room instruction. Perform general maintenance and repair work with the supervision of experienced Maintenance Techs and independently as skill set increases. An apprentice will typically work a 1st Shift schedule during the apprenticeship and eventually be placed on an off-shift once it is completed. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment Strong mechanical aptitude preferred Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrate ability to learn and progressively increase in knowledge and skills in the following areas: Electrical Construction and Installation Electrical Maintenance and Repair Safety Procedures Electronic Controls Independent Problem Solving As knowledge and skills increase: Perform preventative maintenance and repairs with a quick response to system and equipment failures. Follow-up all work in orders to ensure proper performance. Complete all paperwork neatly, accurately, and in accordance with Company guidelines. Comply with all company policies and procedures, including adherence to safety protocols. Additional duties as assigned, including working after hours and off-shift hours as required to maintain production. Perks of Pratt! Competitive compensation plans, full benefits package, paid vacation, and paid holidays. Benefit eligible within one month of hire. Including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, FSA, Pre-Paid Legal & Identity Theft 401(k) with a company match after 90-days Wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire No waiting period on 9 paid holidays annually LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations. TECHNICAL SKILLS The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. Product layouts and production specifications Product quality specifications Quality standards CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee. Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior. Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication. Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas. Additional Information At Pratt Industries, we innovate to create packaging solutions that protect and deliver the products people need doing it in a sustainable, responsible way. That’s who we are. Leading manufacturer of sustainable corrugated packaging solutions. Employer of more than 7,500 green-collar workers at facilities throughout the U.S. Recover more than 3 million tons of recyclable material. World’s largest privately-held manufacturer of 100% recycled containerboard. Join the Wapak Corrugator Team! EEOC Statement Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr