Maintenance Apprentice

About the role

The O-I Glass plant in Kalama, Washington is one of O-I’s newer, modern manufacturing facilities, featuring well-maintained operations and a strong commitment to safety and quality. We are seeking a Maintenance Apprentice (Journeyman) to help oversee all of the electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment and associated systems for the facility, grounds, and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance and repairs to a variety of electro-mechanical equipment, including inspection equipment, batch house systems, forming machines, fans, air compressors, vacuum pumps, air conditioning systems, conveying, packaging, and warehouse.
• Helps team to ensure the proper functioning of the piping systems; air, heating, water, and drainage, electrical distribution, communication systems and the fire alarm system.
• Comply with all Safety Programs required by O-I Kalama.
• Performs routine, preventive, and emergency repairs, under any circumstance or environment, in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Learns precision equipment installations using the appropriate measuring devices.
• Calibrate and set-up measuring and inspection equipment throughout the plant.
• Develops skill with oxy-acetylene cutting, structural welding and pipe welding.
• Makes sound decisions during routine and emergency situations.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, any technical issues related to the pursuance of assigned tasks; written logs, work requests, and maintenance pass-down information.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in working with automated equipment.
• Safety-focused mindset with attention to detail.
• Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and grow within the company.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.

Benefits

• Vacation time and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage.
• Pre-tax accounts.
• Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions.
• Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

The hourly wage for this position is $30.12.