When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain

This position is responsible for effectively maintaining production and facilities equipment throughout the Plant while ensuring that equipment operates at design efficiency and throughput.

General functions:

Installation, service and repair of all plant equipment.
Able to carry out assignments with minimum supervision.
Ability to work overtime, off shifts and weekends if needed.

Responsibilities:

Able to work safely, follow LOTO procedures and other safety protocols
Have general knowledge of facilities equipment such as process/vacuum pumps, electrical power & controls, air compressors, chiller systems, pneumatic controls, valves and HVAC systems
Be able to troubleshoot, repair or replace mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, compressors, blowers, dust collectors, fans, heat exchangers, gearboxes, valves, extruders and other production support equipment
Be able to troubleshoot, repair or replace electrical components including circuit breakers, fuses, contactors, solenoids, safety switches, transducers, electro-mechanical relays, solid state relays, and electrical heating systems
Be able to perform minor welding repairs, metal cutting, and fabrication work
Perform equipment PMs, work order documentation, and other facilities support equipment
Be able to read & interpret both mechanical and electrical drawings
Be able to operate maintenance shop tools, electrical meters, forklift, scissor lift, and other associated tools needed for the job
Plan and organize individual work for day-to-day operations, projects and plant shutdown in a timely manner
Maintain good housekeeping throughout the plant and shop

Skill/Education Requirements:

High school diploma/GED
Preferred Electrical or Maintenance trade school/vocational certificate or 4 years working experience in a maintenance or electrical field.
Experience using computer software for email and other forms of communication: Microsoft office, Word, Outlook etc.

Essential Physical Requirements:

Be able to safely lift up to fifty-five pounds as needed during an 8-hour shift
Be able to safely climb and work from a ladder or other above ground level equipment
Be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment

**Typical Shift Schedule: **10:45 pm – 7:00 am (For 1st shift training: 6:45 am - 3:00 pm)

This role is a full-time position and on-site. Timely and regular attendance is crucial to the success of the role and the safety of the team
There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business and. Hours may continue beyond the end of a scheduled shift or may require evening, night, or weekend rotations

Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.

You should be proficient in:

Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
Heavy Equipment Repair
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
Commercial Electrical Expertise
OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
Insulation Resistance Testing
Service Advisor/Writer
Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Conveyor Systems