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While reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Maintenance Apprentice is responsible for taking the knowledge that is learned and applying is on the manufacturing floor. This individual will use advanced training and knowledge to perform equipment/process/system maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, make repairs and identify opportunities. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.

Length of Apprenticeship: 4 years with a pay increase yearly after On-the-Job Training competencies have

been met and employee is still within good standing.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Safety: Zero (0) injuries. Will be required to support and/or lead safety initiatives for department and/or plant. Will be required to perform safety audits and training.


• Maintains and repairs production equipment as directed by Maintenance Supervisor.


• Maintains and repairs utility and facility-related equipment as directed by Maintenance Supervisor.


• Assist other maintenance personnel with repairs as needed.


• Assist other maintenance personnel with tooling changes and set up.


• Manage small projects to maintain or upgrade equipment.

This position is in our plastics facility in beautiful Franklin Park, IL

Education Requirements

• Must complete Associates degree/certificate in Mechatronics or equivalent (program must be

approved through Corporate ME). Must maintain a 3.0 average during schooling or will result in

termination of Apprenticeship contract and consideration for available entry level positions

• Course work must be completed outside normal working hours. Normal working hours will be

decided upon by Plant Engineer, On-the-Job Trainer and Apprentice with expectations of at least

20 hours/week

• Sonoco will pay for 100% of schooling after grants/scholarships. Candidate must stay with Sonoco at least 3 years after degree is obtained or they must pay back cost of schooling.

On the Job Training Requirements:

• Candidate must complete all elements of On-the-Job Training within 4 years. Candidate must meet annual goals for competencies to be eligible for pay increases.

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