Albany International

JOB SUMMARY

The Albany International Kaukauna facility is a union-free environment. The Albany philosophy is to involve employees in Safety, Quality, and Productivity improvement activities in order to serve our customers well and provide long-term stability. Albany International is also an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled. Successful candidates must have strong teamwork skills, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the necessary qualifications. Initially, the Apprentice will be expected to learn the trade while attending classes to become a Journeyman. Further, the incumbent’s primary responsibility will be the maintenance and repair of production equipment to maintain a zero downtime status. The person in the position will be able to safely disassemble, reassemble, and install machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings. Albany International also offers benefits including tuition reimbursement and a clean climate controlled work environment. The scheduled shift is a 4 shift/4 week rotation that includes the traditional first shift (two weeks), third shift, and a scheduled weekend shift (Thursday night thru Saturday night 6pm-6am, or Friday thru Sunday 6am-6pm) with six scheduled days off between the third shift and weekend shift. The 36 hour scheduled weekend shift will receive 40 hours pay.

SAFETY AND PROCEDURES

• Follow all safety policies/procedures and JIBS applicable to the job
• Use appropriate PPE that has been identified on the Hazard Analysis for the department/role
• Attend and participate in all assigned safety training, safety meetings, audits and Behavior Based Safety programs
• Report all safety hazards observed and work with fellow team members and/or Safety Team members to resolve the issue

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Periodically inspect equipment
• Advise management of equipment hazards
• Perform maintenance work on all plant wide production equipment including but not limited to lubrication, repair, PM, modification, etc…
• Align machines and equipment utilizing the proper equipment and tools
• Work on process improvement upgrades
• Participate on various department groups and committees
• Act as a respectful member of the Maintenance Team
• Observe mechanical devices in operation using PDM tools
• Fabricate guarding, rails and other needs to enhance production
• Reads, understands and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.