What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Reliability Technician — Manufacturing position at Teknor Apex?
Ready to keep a world-class compounding plant running?
Since 1924, Teknor Apex has grown from a single Rhode Island tire store into a global, family-led leader in custom compounding with operations across the U.S., Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Our success comes from teamwork, trust, and a commitment to doing the right thing for coworkers and customers.
Join the team that treats manufacturing like the ultimate team sport.
Is this you?
- Do you naturally think safety-first and follow procedures without shortcuts?
- Can you communicate clearly, share information, and collaborate to resolve issues?
- Are you comfortable giving and receiving feedback with professionalism and respect?
- Do you anticipate change, adapt quickly, and keep goals in sight?
- Are you self-motivated and results-driven—even on long shifts?
- Can you troubleshoot and maintain mechanical machines and process equipment?
- Do you prioritize business needs to reduce downtime and support production targets?
- Can you analyze and solve technical problems anywhere on site?
- Do you value continuous learning and new technologies?
- Can you use maintenance software to document work and findings?
- Are you certified or experienced on forklifts and scissor lifts (or willing to become so)?
- Can you be counted on for punctuality and consistent attendance?
- Do you have precision skills—welding, pipe fitting, rigging, and lubrication?
What you’ll work
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Seven (7) workdays every two weeks:
- Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
- 12-hour shifts on nights
- Shift hours: 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM
- Built-in overtime includes Sundays and all hours worked over 40 in each week.
What you bring
- High School Diploma or GED required; a related 2-year technical/vocational degree strongly preferred.
- Preferred: 4 years of relevant experience (general mechanic, pipefitter, chemical manufacturing, refinery, etc.).
- Preferred: Millwright and/or precision mechanic experience.
- Working knowledge of electrical gear, motors, and controls.
- Desired: ability to read, write, and comprehend documents in English.
- PPE readiness: able to wear earplugs, gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and steel-toed shoes.
- Physical capability to stand; climb stairs; twist; bend; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; or climb for extended periods, and lift/move up to 45 pounds.
Why Teknor Apex
- Privately held and family-led for nearly 100 years.
- Collaborative culture built on respect and accountability.
- Real ownership of outcomes on a high-impact, night-shift team.
“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” — Jon Fain
Legal
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.