Machinist Apprentice

Tribune Publishing•Schaumburg, IL

20d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

The Chicago Tribune is currently seeking a Machinist Apprentice to work in a team-based, self-managing environment at our Schaumburg Production facility, ensuring equipment is well-maintained to produce high-quality products on time and within budget.

Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and work within deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills with multiple levels of management and across teams
Comfortable working with PC’s and computer driven equipment
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with excellent time management skills
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Minimum of two years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Machinist on production equipment required
Work night, weekend and holiday shifts as required; regular and reliable attendance is a necessary element of this job

Nice To Haves

Post secondary schooling in mechanics and/or machining is desired

Responsibilities

Monitor and troubleshoot newspaper production equipment during operation to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement
Repair faulty equipment or systems
Work with chemicals to clean and prepare machinery for repairs and machining
Perform basic repairs and maintenance offline, and emergency repairs under deadline pressure
Clean up tasks on press, warehouse, auxiliary equipment as necessary, including daily, weekly and monthly preventive maintenance tasks