Apprentice Engineer at J.M. Smucker

Emporia, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

Experience with hand tools, power tools, and precision-measuring instruments
Ability to interpret diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications
Knowledge of mechanical equipment maintenance (motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines)
Ability to dismantle devices and remove defective parts
Proficiency in using measuring instruments (rules, calipers, micrometers)
Ability to adjust functional parts and install special parts
Basic electrical knowledge (repairing electrical equipment, analyzing circuits)
Welding skills (various types of metal, racks, shelves, stands)
Ability to perform bearing analysis and installation

Responsibilities

Repairs and maintains machinery and equipment according to specifications
Dismantles devices to access and remove defective parts
Inspects used parts to determine dimensional changes
Adjusts and repairs functional parts
Repairs or replaces defective parts
Installs special parts
Starts devices to test their performance
Lubricates and cleans parts
Operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools
Requisitions supplies and equipment
Repairs electrical equipment
Ensures proper tool and equipment use, care, and storage
Performs preventive maintenance on uninterrupted power supply systems, generators, and air compressors
Analyzes electrical circuits and installs/repairs electrical devices and systems
May respond to 24-hour emergency calls for assigned work area

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hand ToolsPower ToolsCalipersMicrometersWeldingMechanical MaintenanceElectrical RepairBearing InstallationLatheDrill PressGrinderConveyor SystemsPneumatic Tools

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

The position is 100% onsite at the Hostess Manufacturing Plant in Emporia, KS, with 8-hour shifts on either 2nd or 3rd shift.

What skills are required for the Apprentice Engineer role?

Required skills include experience with hand tools, power tools, and precision-measuring instruments; ability to interpret diagrams and manuals; knowledge of mechanical equipment maintenance; basic electrical knowledge; and welding skills.

What is the salary for this Apprentice Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the shift options for this role?

There are two openings: one on 2nd shift and one on 3rd shift, both 100% onsite with 8-hour shifts.

What makes a strong candidate for the Apprentice Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have hands-on experience with tools, mechanical maintenance, electrical repairs, welding, and the ability to interpret technical diagrams and manuals.