Maintenance Apprentice

A Maintenance Apprentice I will learn through on-the-job training (OJT) to perform preventive maintenance procedures on plant equipment to ensure efficiency and reliability. The Apprentice will work under the immediate supervision of a qualified maintenance supervisor or maintenance technician for a minimum period of 1 year learning the operations and repair of packaging and processing equipment and its distribution systems through a broad knowledge base of manufacturing skills in electrical, controls and mechanical disciplines. This position is the first year of a 2 year apprentice program.

Schedule:

We run 12 hour shifts - Rotating every other Wednesday Off

6:30a-6:30p

* Back Shift: Sat - On, Sun - Off, Mon - Off, Tues - Off, Wed - On, Thurs - On, Fri - On

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

* Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality, as applicable and defined in plant and department procedures.

* Follows company policy, complies with safety programs such as LOTO, Confined Space, Arc Flash, Hazard Material Handling and follows OSHA regulations to ensure safe work habits and conditions.

With the supervision of a qualified Maintenance Supervisor or Technician:

Safety

A. Inspect safety equipment such as belt guards, interlock switches, safety valves, limit switches, etc.

B. Correct defects as needed.

Preventive Maintenance

A. Clean lubricate equipment and check fluid levels.

B. Performance tolerances

C. Pressures and specifications to ensure proper operation.

D. Correct deficiencies as indicated.

Corrective Maintenance

Mechanical

1. Clean, inspect and disassemble machinery and equipment.

2. Evaluate work and broken components to determine the feasibility of repairs, rework, or replacement.

3. Reassemble using new gaskets, and repaired, remanufactured, or new parts as needed.

4. Test reassembled devices to determine conformance with manufacturers specifications.

5. Adjust as needed for optimum performance.

Electrical

1. Test and trouble-shoot electrical circuitry using appropriate test equipment.

2. Analyze problems and correct deficiencies as indicated.

6,500 Hours OJT minimum to graduate the Apprenticeship Program

Classroom Studies

1. Foundations for College Mathematics

2. Basic Machining Practices

3. Microsoft Computer Applications I

4. Engineering Print Reading

5. Electrical Fundamentals for Manufacturing

6. Manufacturing Systems I

7. Manufacturing Processes

8. Motor Controls and PLCs for Manufacturing

9. Welding for the Artist

MISSION RESPONSIBILITIES

Healthy Food, Healthy People, Healthy Planet, Healthy Business

* Oversee the efficient implementation of quality standards, programs, and processes to improve operational efficiencies and reduce/eliminate production waste and spoilage.

* Support environmental programs established within the organization to include recycling of all office waste in accordance with program guidelines, initiate power conservation techniques by turning off lights and computers when not in use.

* Proactively look for ways to support our Mission, including reducing negative impacts on the environment.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Proactively work in a safe manner in the context of performing the functions of the position.

* Oversee the implementation and adherence to Stonyfield safety practices and programs and hold fellow staff accountable.

* Report any unsafe conditions or practices to management so they may be appropriately addressed.

QUALIFICATIONS

* High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.

* Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

* Ability to progress into a Maintenance Apprentice II within 1 year.

* Ability to attend offsite schooling at Manchester Community College to fulfill the schooling requirements.

* Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.

* Ability to operate in a team environment.

* Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Requires the ability to stand consistently.

* Requires the ability to sit occasionally.

* Requires the ability to walk consistently.

* Requires the use of hands/fingers to handle or feel is consistent.

* The ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl is occasionally.

* The ability to taste/smell is seldom.

* The ability to operate powered equipment is occasionally.

* Requires the ability to lift and/or carry weight up to _60_ pounds.

* The ability to push/pull weight up to _60_ pounds.

* The ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and ramps.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* The noise level in this work environment is high consistently.

* The position experiences interruptions during the day consistently.

* The requirement to work overtime in this environment is occasional.

* The ability to wear personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety shoes, hairnets, safety vests and bump caps is consistent.

* The ability work in an open and collaborative environment with no private offices is consistent.