Plant Mechanic Trainee

Sensient•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Sensient Technologies is seeking a Plant Mechanic Trainee to support maintenance activities for the production process at its color production facility. The role includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment, communicating equipment issues, interpreting basic drawings and schematics, and using hand and power tools safely. The trainee will receive a thorough onboarding and training experience and Sensient-paid technical school education while working full time. Sensient Technologies is a global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient Colors develops, produces, and supplies natural and synthetic color systems for food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, household cleaners, and paper products.

Requirements

  • Enthusiasm for learning a new trade and building skills.
  • Curiosity and interest in learning new skills and doing different things each day.
  • Responsibility and accountability for work and tasks.
  • Prior mechanical work is preferred.
  • Strong desire to learn new skills through Sensient-paid trade school education.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior mechanical work.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct preventive maintenance on production equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
  • Communicate equipment issues with peers and leaders.
  • Read and interpret basic drawings and schematics.
  • Use hand and power tools safely while completing repairs.

Benefits

  • Excellent pay and benefits from day one.
  • Sensient-paid technical school education while working full time.
  • Safe work environment and support from the management team.
  • Thorough and effective training during onboarding and beyond.
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