Maintenance Associate Apprenticeship

Position Title: 

Maintenance Associate Apprenticeship

Pay Rate: $26.70 per hour + shift differential if applicable

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

-Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed; significant overtime may be needed during busy periods. 

Physical Location: 

Tampa Box Plant

6706 N. 53^rd St

Tampa, FL 33610

The Job You Will Perform: 

This facility manufactures corrugated packaging products for local and national customers. We are looking for motivated individuals who are capable of performing a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast-paced production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality and productivity. Candidates must successfully complete a Maintenance Associate AON test, panel interview; background check, employment verification, health assessment, and drug screen. 

This position is an entry level position in the maintenance department. This is a “learning” positon and generally works along with more experienced mechanics to obtain OJT training.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Following all safety rules and practices;

- Mechanic helper on shift;

- Ability to operate shop/hand tools (grinder and drill press) in a safe manner;

- Learn to lubricate/oil all machine centers;

- Become an IP licensed motorized equipment operator;

- Gain hydraulic knowledge;

- Gain basic pneumatic knowledge;

- Gain ability to identify power sources;

- Learn how to reference equipment manuals;

- Learn SAP work order system;

- Maintaining teamwork with other associates;

- Maintaining work areas to plant standards of housekeeping; 

- Must be willing to work any assigned shift: 24/5 PM maintenance support team;

- Possess a positive work attitude;

- Able to work well in a team environment and equally as well in an individual setting;

and perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or designee

The Skills You Will Bring: 

- Ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation; 

- the ability to read, write, and speak English; 

- and the ability to use personal computers and other office machines.

The Maintenance Manager evaluates qualifications. Employees in the trainee position should have the qualifications/training to successfully promote to the next level after 18 months in the trainee position.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays 
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental 
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Promotional opportunities
• Leadership training

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP. 

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.