Maintenance Mechanic – Apprentice

Reynolds Consumer Products • Wheeling, IL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic – Apprentice participates in a three-year registered apprenticeship program designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to become a Maintenance Mechanic at Reynolds Consumer Products. The program combines targeted coursework at Harper Community College in Palatine, Illinois, with hands-on work rotations at the Wheeling, Illinois manufacturing facility. Apprentices gain practical manufacturing maintenance experience while working toward an Associate in Applied Science degree in Manufacturing Technology and nationally recognized apprenticeship credentials.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand verbal and written directions in English.
• Must be validated as college ready by Harper Community College Admissions.
• Ability to develop mechanical and technical skills through classroom instruction and hands-on experience.
• Ability to apply learning to manufacturing equipment and maintenance activities.
• Professional work experience is not required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Interest in math and science.
• Interest in becoming a Maintenance Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Work on packaging robots and packaging equipment.
• Participate in facilities maintenance activities.
• Gain hands-on experience in machining and welding.
• Complete relevant work rotations at Reynolds Consumer Products to develop maintenance knowledge and technical skills.
• Participate in targeted coursework at Harper Community College in Palatine, Illinois.
• Apply classroom learning to practical manufacturing maintenance assignments.
• Successfully complete the three-year registered apprenticeship program.

What This Job Offers

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