Mechatronic Apprentice I

About The Role

As a Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice (MRA), you will learn to combine electronic, mechanical, computer and automation engineering skills at the workplace. During on-the-job learning (OJL), you will work with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair systems to maintain process efficiency. The focus of your role will be to learn the skills and abilities to ensure safety regulations and policies are adhered to, assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the automated packaging and distribution equipment, ensure preventative maintenance is conducted on time to a high standard, and provide high levels of equipment availability through continuous improvement. You will be paired with journey workers to carry out their work at various facilities, including high automation and robotics facilities in connection with service operations. You will be expected to complete work based on technical documents and instructions and carry out your work in compliance with the relevant provisions and safety regulations. You should be an effective communicator, work well in a team, and be self-motivated. You must have the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate your activities with upstream and downstream operations partners. In addition to developing your skills, you will be mentored by senior technicians to grow in your role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance of conveyance equipment using the appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals.
• Conduct maintenance and basic troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachs, etc.
• You must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, and without limitation, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Program Requirements

• Flexible to relocate after completion of the program.
• Able to enroll in and attend a 9-week training at one of four designated training providers (Location to be determined post-interview).
• Meet the minimum qualifying score on a Mechanical Aptitude Test.
• Note: While we strive to accommodate employee preferences for shift assignments, operational requirements and scheduling constraints may prevent guaranteed specific shift assignments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma
• 1+ years of PC software experience including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Vocational/technical training or an associate degree or above
• 1+ years of Amazon RME (Reliability Maintenance Engineering) experience
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing operational items
• Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
• Knowledge of mathematics
• Experience measurement reading and interpretation

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of military experience
• Experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures
• Experience troubleshooting and diagnosing material handling equipment (MHE)
• Experience implementing safety standards
• Experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics