Maintenance Apprentice - Maintenance

Flex-N-Gate • Battle Creek, MI

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About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in 'Automotive News.' A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals. Maintenance Apprentice will be responsible for completing on-the-job training and classroom training to achieve a Journeyman Card. Apprentices are responsible for their proficiency in becoming skilled in maintenance of the facility and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency is required (must provide transcript or official copy of diploma/GED)
• Two (2) letters of recommendation (non-relative, teacher/instructor, supervisor, etc.)
• Completed application
• Basic skills test score of 75% or higher
• Interview
• Able to pass pre-employment screening including background check, drug screen and physical

Nice To Haves

• Prefer candidates with previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (stamping or robotics preferred)

Responsibilities

• Following safe work practices at all times
• Work cooperatively as a part of a team to solve downtime issues and increase machine efficiencies
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures
• Using basic PLC knowledge
• Mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Reading and interpreting hydraulic, pneumatic, machine manuals and electrical schematics
• Operate lathes, mills, plasma cutters and cutting equipment to fabricate/repair machines and equipment parts
• Perform welding to install, modify, repair and maintain equipment
• Use drawings, blueprints, schematics, service manuals, etc. to install and/or repair equipment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees