Die Maintenance Apprentice - 2nd Shift

Company & Job Details

Job Duties May Include: 

• Follow all JIC safety policies and procedures to include proper use of PPE, lockout/tagout, parts handling and basket/rack/Die transportation
• Use proper safeguarding during welding operations and use of machine shop equipment.  Should not be using gloves when using drill press, etc.
• Obtain proper training prior to using machine shop equipment, Drill Press, Mill, Lathe, etc.
• Report all safety incidents immediately to supervisor or member of leadership team
• Perform Monthly Safety Risk assessment or work areas and equipment that is used

• Follow-Up of next production run on Die Sets after PM or maintenance activities are completed
• Understanding of common stamping part quality defects and Die Condition impact to quality defects
• Operate standard machine shop equipment that is needed for PM or repairs while receiving OJT
• Set-up and operate MIG / TIG / ARC welders as needed while receiving OJT
• Clean dies during preventative maintenance inspections
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections as scheduled or requested by stamping production team which may include disassembly, inspect, lubricate, replace components and reassembly
•  Report any defects found during preventative maintenance inspections immediately to supervisor or member of leadership team

• Report low quantity and out of stock supplies or components to supervisor or Die Maintenance support associate
•  Retrieve Dies from production floor that are needed for PM or repair and return to proper location when completed
•  Daily COP of work areas, Die Maintenance area and machine shop equipment
• Maintain clean and clear of clutter work area, tool box and tools
• Maintain appropriate documentation.  Timesheets, labor sheets, Forklift and Crane inspection sheets
• Communicate requests from other departments to supervisor
• All work performed should be documented in Plex.  This should include work performed and how long

Program Schedule: Associate can be in this position for a maximum of 2 years.  Upon completion of 2 year apprenticeship, associate must have developed skill to advance to Technician Level.  Otherwise, associate will be stepped back to general associate status

JIC associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Compensation:

• Weekly Pay
• Additional $1.00/hour at 5 and 10 years of service
  • Additional $0.50/hour for 2nd or 3rd shift premium
• Holiday Pay
• Shutdown Pay
  • Summer - around July 4th holiday
  • Winter - around Christmas/New Year's holiday
• Monthly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Annual Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Bi-annual TEAM Achievement Bonus
• Annual Profit Share Bonus

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Three (3) medical options to allow you the flexibility to choose what level of coverage best fits you and your family's needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Dental & Vision (must be enrolled in medical benefit)
• Voluntary Supplemental 
  • Life Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Group Accident
  • Critical Illness
• Company-paid
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • Basic Life & AD&D
    • Employee coverage - 2 times annual base earnings
    • Spouse - flat $10,000
    • Child - flat up to $5,000
• 401k Retirement
  • Traditional Contribution
  • ROTH Contribution
  • Company Match
• 401k Retirement Profit Share
  • Funded 100% by Company based on a percentage of eligible earnings each quarter
  • Eligible regardless of participation in 401K Retirement
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
• Company-paid uniforms, including laundering
• Tickets@Work - web-based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.)

Job Skills & Requirements

Position Requirements: 

• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Ability to read and follow schedule
• Self motivated and ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, shutdowns, and overtime
• Must be quality oriented and understand how every task may impact quality
• Ability to use computer

Salary : $22 - $28