Maintenance Journeyman 1

Role description: 

Responsible for all mechanical and electrical maintenance of process equipment and general facility equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on production related equipment.
• Ensure proper and safe operation of all Production machine systems.
• Communicate and work with Plant Engineering Manager, Maintenance Supervisors, Production Supervisors, Scheduler, and all other production staff.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and install Mechanical, Electrical (PLC’s), Pneumatic, and Hydraulic systems to provide maximum percentage of uptime possible.
• Troubleshoots and fixes manufacturing equipment such as wrappers, mixers, motors at the plant.
• Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breakers panels.
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
• Monitors and ensures that the equipment is in excellent condition for operation.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on the equipment. – Repairs faulty equipment or systems.
• Installs powers on the new manufacturing equipment.
• Comply with Environmental and Food Safety standards as set forth in plant policies/programs within Department responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to swing shifts (DuPont schedule) between nights and days (12-hour shifts)
• Maintenance knowledge with conveyor systems, palletizing systems, and furnace or ovens is desired.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Technical school degree is desired, will consider years of experience, and/or equivalent educational experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic systems independently.
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude and good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures.
• Ability to follow and retain directions as well as manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to reach a common goal.
• Able to read blueprints and perform job layouts for electrical circuitry and devices.
• Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to handle multiple tasks with capability of prioritizing and planning work activities.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness with ability to improve and promote quality and safety.
• Ability to independently maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong stable work history with no gaps in employment.
• Environment & Physical Requirements – Must be able to work in extreme hot temperatures.
• This is an Hourly position in a union environment

About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!
 
Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Life insurance  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.
 
Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.  Contact Kelly Molloy (kelly.molloy@ardaghgroup.com) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.