When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.”  ~Jon Fain

Join the team behind our custom compounds. 

As a Maintenance Specialist, you will:

• Exhibit a safety conscious approach to work
• Abide by all workplace policies and procedures
• Be able and willing to effectively communicate, share information, resolve issues, and work with others
• Give and receive both positive and critical feedback in a respectful and professional manner
• Proactively anticipate changes and respond to achieve organizational objectives.
• Be independently motivated to produce results.
• Be able to troubleshoot and maintain various mechanical machines and process equipment
• Be able to understand and prioritize business needs
• Be able to understand, analyze and resolve technical problems throughout the site
• Have a strong work ethic and be self-directed.
• Be willing to continuously learn new skills and new technologies
• Be able to utilize computer software programs for work related activities
• Be able to operate a forklift, scissor lift
• Be punctual and demonstrate reliable attendance
• Be able to complete precision work including but not limited to: Welding, Pipe Fitting, Rigging, Lubrication

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required; a 2-year technical/vocational degree in a related field is strongly preferred
• A minimum of four (4) years relevant professional work (general mechanic, pipefitter, chemical manufacturing, refinery, etc.) is preferred.
• Millwright and/or precision mechanic experience is preferred.
• General knowledge of basic electrical gear, motors, and controls.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend documents in English is desired.
• Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include wearing safety equipment, such as earplugs, gloves, safety glasses, hardhats, and steel-toed shoes are required.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to stand; walk (up and down stairs); twist; bend; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb for extended periods of time; and will require the ability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds is required.
• Must be willing to work night shift.  Preferred hours: 2:00pm - 11:00pm (some flexibility around these hours will be considered)

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.