Description

Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We're currently seeking a passionate Advanced Maintenance Technician Apprentice to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, and test mechanical and electrical systems used in automated industrial processes
• Ensure automated systems are working using technical diagnostic and measuring devices
• Perform preventative maintenance equipment
• Maintain and repair equipment and facility
• Work toward DOL Journeyman status

Duties

• Learn about electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic processes & apply to daily work tasks
• Learn about motors, robots and automation control systems
• Learn PLC programming
• Learn how to maintain metal working machines and assembly cells
• Work with experienced Advanced Maintenance Journeyman
• Attend Harper Community College classes for 3 years 2 days/week
• Complete Harper Community College competency requirements (estimate 4-5 years)
• Maintain a clean work area

Requirements

• Complete manufacturing classroom courses leading to graduation
• NIMS safety or equivalent
• Basic math – speed and feeds
• Machine operation
• Blueprint reading
• Basic metalworking tasks such as machining
• Use of gages, calipers, gauge pins and micrometers
• Participate in team challenges: robot rumble, hi-mileage vehicle, sports, TMA machining contest
• Experience safely working with power tools
• Possess excellent verbal, written, computer skills
• Demonstrate good communication & multitasking skills
• Like to work with your hands and able to pay attention to details
• Interested in continuous learning
• Able to regularly lift containers up to 40 pounds
• Pass preemployment physical & aptitude test

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location.

Other Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.