Electromechanic Journeyman

ARDAGH GROUP • Henderson, NC

25d • Onsite

About The Position

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 $39.67 per hour. Any future increases are dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. This role has a rotating swing shift schedule - 3 x 8 hour shifts (morning, evening and night).

Requirements

• 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
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours
• Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED