Machine Technician

AJM Packaging Corp•Joplin, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls, and bags, has immediate openings for ambitious mechanically inclined individuals interested in acquiring new and unique skills leading to a rewarding and well paid career in a rapidly expanding recession-proof industry.

Requirements

Ability to train on the job, with the desire to advance within the company.
Must be 18 years of age.
Mechanically inclined, and able to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
Possess strong organizational skills.
Ability to use hand tools.
Ability to perform all the physical components of the position, with reasonable accommodation if required.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous Factory or Manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required.
Technical certifications are a plus, including but not limited to Electrical, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, and Mechatronics.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot the production machinery.
Observe and visually scan machine components and/or listen to their sounds while in operation to locate source(s) of the problem.
Take a determination of the trouble source and the necessary corrective action(s).
Assess machines to examine the source of trouble.
As necessary, repair or remove and replace defective parts, clear paper jams, adjust paper, or take other corrective action.
Do the set-up and start-up/stop of production machine after any interruption - such as maintenance, changing of paper rolls or similar events.
Check the quality of the finished product on a regular basis and after any machine down time to ensure proper functioning of the machine.
As required, lubricate and clean machinery parts and perform any other preventative maintenance.
As required, adjust machine components and control instruments.
Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.
Complete all other duties the Supervisor deems necessary.