Auto Mechanic

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The IS Apprentice will work closely with Journeyman Operator to learn the trade of IS Machine Operation. He/She will perform a variety of tasks over the course of a 4000 hour apprenticeship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To perform this job effectively an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities in a satisfactory manner - with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Communicate with the Team Lead, Operator, IS Specialist and Shift Supervisor to understand job quality, machine or equipment, and the bottle making process.
• Use tools and gauges to make quality checks and record information on appropriate documentation.
• Preforms swabbing on machinery and check machine operation according to established guidelines.
• Make adjustments or repairs to above processes under the direction of the Journeyman or Specialist.
• Ability to learn to assist with job changes, mold changes, ring changes, and machine set-up from a stripped machine to quality production.
• Ensure all safety devices used in the operation of the machines are used.
• Maintain equipment and working area in clean and organized condition.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the job.

•  High School Diploma or Equivalent.

REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the job.

• Must be able to understand, read, speak and write in English.
• Must pass Bennett mechanical and job related testing with a 68% or higher.
• Demonstrate ability to perform arithmetical calculations including electrical resistance.
• Demonstrate ability to understand procedures in glass melting process.
• Demonstrate ability to read and understand gauges, instruments and operate various furnace controls.
• Demonstrate ability to make adjustments when heating and cooling a furnace.
• Ability to work regular day shifts and rotating shift when needed (24-7-365)
• Ability to follow departmental and plant S.O.P.’s.
• Maintain general housekeeping and 5S.
• Ability to be on call 24/7

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Normal demand of professional level employee including but not limited to: (Code: Occasional- up to 2.5 hours; Frequent – up to 5.5 hours;  Continuous – over 5.5 hours

• Standing/Walking                                          Occasional
• Lifting up to 25lbs                                          Occasional
• Twisting/Bending                                           Occasional                                
• Stair Climbing                                               Frequent
• Manual Dexterity 100% during shift              Continuous
• Near Vision                                                   Requires accurate (20/20) vision
• Color Vision                                                  Requires minimal color discrimination