Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice

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The Position:Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice- These functions exist to provide "workforce readiness" opportunities for college students in the surrounding communities to gain hands on knowledge and skills in Industrial Maintenance. This apprenticeship is an opportunity to integrate the knowledge and theory with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Working with experienced employees, apprentices will be involved in projects and be given significant, meaningful work to perform. Apprenticeships do not guarantee employment but may provide a job opportunity in the future. This apprenticeship will be made available for a minimum of 12-24 months.

What you will do:

• Will acquire or demonstrate the ability to repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as pumps, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machinery, refinery and pipeline distribution systems, compressors, engine overhauls, refrigeration, insulation, pipefitting, welding and cutting.
• Be exposedto ISO procedures, Process Safety Management and failure cause and analysis.
• Gain knowledge on compliance with all applicable site safety, environmental and industrial hygiene standards and practices.
• Trained and certified to run the man lift and fork truck operations

What you will bring:

• Natural mechanical abilities are helpful, along with basic knowledge of tools.

• Complete and pass a criminal background check, physical and drug screen.

• Strong work ethic, attitude and safety-consciousness required.

• Must have strong communication skills, proficient knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office software.

• Must be dependable, enthusiastic, and have the ability to work in a highly functional team environment.

• Apprentices will be given time during the week to attend their classes and provide flexible work schedules.

• Continuous standing above 7 hours, making decisions, adapt to changes in the workplace, use of memory, concentration and memory.
• Frequent walking, sitting, lifting up to 10 lbs., pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, climbing, twisting/turning, reaching above shoulder level, grasping/manipulation of both hands, exposure to temperature extremes, high noise levels, social interaction and working alone.
• Occasional lifting up to 11-50lbs, carrying up to 50 lbs., viewing a computer monitor, kneeling, crawling, balancing, operating machinery, wearing respiratory equipment and exposure to dust/fumes, chemicals/solvents, allergic agents, enclosed spaces, wet conditions, reduced light levels, electrical sources, may work alone or in confined spaces.
• Medical clearance needed to wear a half-face respirator.

The Location: This opportunity is located in Channahon, Illinois, United States, only one hour from Chicago, Illinois.

• A safe and drug-free work environment
• Flexible work environment,paid vacation, and sick time
• A comprehensive health benefits package with low premiums to support employee wellbeing
• Retirement savings with company match plus contributions
• Above-market compensation includingperformance-related pay and bonuses
• Fitness reimbursement to encourage employees to stay healthy and active
• Career development and progression

• No. 1 global leader in styrenics: Styrene Monomer, Polystyrene, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Standard, and Styrenic Specialties
• 3,000employees worldwide
• 16 manufacturing sites in 9countries
• Customers in 106 countries
• 4.5 billion EUR in 2023

We are excited to hear from you and share more about our organization.

All the best,

The INEOS Styrolution Talent Team