Maintenance Department Trainee

Center Line, MI

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A.       KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical and electronic prints preferred.
  • Familiar with manufacturing equipment and its functions.
  • Ability to work with hazardous materials and conditions safely.
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems preferred.
  • Ability to understand logic boards and relays.
  • Ability to safely operate all related tool making machinery preferred. (Bridgeport, Lathe, Drill Press, Welder, and accessories).
  • Basic knowledge of HVAC units preferred.
  • Familiar with National Electrical Codes preferred.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highschool lever math skills.
  • Safety conscious.

 

 

B.       EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Maintenance skills test required.
  • Knowledge of Whitlam Recycling program (in-house training).

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for efficiently installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing equipment, routine building and non-manufacturing equipment maintenance and/or repair (including occasional snow removal and salting of walkways). To manufacture parts and/or assemblies from drawing or concept for production or building maintenance, with a high regard for quality. Perform all duties and functional responsibilities.

 

 

A.       DUTIES AND FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Maintain, repair, build and upgrade manufacturing and non-manufacturing equipment.
  • Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems for the building.
  • Maintain and repair warehouse equipment such as: forklift, pallet jacks and carts as necessary.
  • Maintain, repair and upgrade electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
  • Responsible for miscellaneous errands as required.
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
  • Handle materials, tools and equipment with proper care and respect.
  • Ensure all lighting elements, waste oils, solvents and other chemicals used in the maintenance process are properly stored and disposed of, according to environmental and safety regulations.
  • Comply with all pertinent departmental and company policies, procedures and instructions.
  • Perform backup duties to Pressroom / Building Maintenance staff in their absence.
  • Perform any other duties as required.