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Position: Mechanical Master Tradesman ApprenticeDepartment: MaintenanceHourly Rate: $29.88Work Schedule: 1st Shift, Mon-Fri 6:00am – 2:00pm Post Date: 5/21/2026 Current Libbey Employees: If you have 6 or more attendance points, you will not qualify for this bid. Employees interested in this position must bid through Dayforce by 5/28/2026. Program Overview A Mechanical Apprentice is an entry-level maintenance position that combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction to become an industrial mechanic, also known as a Master Tradesmen. The apprenticeship program consists of 8000 combined hours of on-the-job training & classroom instruction (prior schooling will be appropriately credited)Starts at $29.88 per hour, with increases every 1,000 hours successfully completed Schedule You will work full time Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 2:00pm You will go to school in the evening (this is considered paid time). Libbey has partnered with Owen’s Community College for school coursework. This schedule integrates practical work experience with formal education. What Libbey can offer YOU Medical - Dental – Vision - Life InsurancePaid Time Off401(k) with Company MatchHSA Contributions100% Paid Tuition As a Mechanical Master Tradesmen Apprentice at Libbey, you will train and work alongside a Master Tradesman who performs a variety of skilled trades within areas of pipefitting, carpentry, plumbing, metal fabrication, welding and painting, to gain practical skills and knowledge in the following: Comply with all safety requirements set forth by the Environmental Health & Safety Department Work from specifications, drawings, and/or verbal instruction to install, fabricate, repair, troubleshoot, etc. various pieces of plant services, structures, equipment, and related components. Perform a wide variety of rough and finished carpentry work. Use hand and power tools to cut, plane, shape, fit, and assemble.Perform piping fitting and plumbing work Install and service equipment associated with the control and monitoring of fluids and gases contained within plant pipe systems. Service and repair fire protection systems in the plant and outside warehouse. Perform metal layout, fabrication, erection, repair, and removal work throughout the plant. Perform hot and cold bending, cutting, welding, and forming of metals. Work with plates and structural shapes in fabricating or repairing a wide variety of plant equipment. Repair or install sheet metal items on or around building. Perform general renovation type work on plant facilities. Perform painting work (brush, roller, and spray) of all types throughout the plant. Repair and maintain miscellaneous mechanical equipment. Rig and move heavy materials and equipment used in and about the plant. Work in conjunction with vendor equipment specialists, contractors, and other plant local workers in maintaining, installation, and troubleshooting of plant equipment and systems. To qualify for the position, you must: Be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment. Successfully pass Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) – this requires a high mechanical aptitudeProvide a written recommendation from an accredited trade school sponsor or prior supervisorProvide 2 (two) completed trade school instructor or supervisor assessments (Libbey will provide you an assessment template if you are selected for an interview)Be able to follow directions and act on instructions from supervisory staff Possess capable problem-solving and analytical skillsBe willing to work in a manufacturing environment (noise, high temperature, dust) Successfully pass pre-employment tests (background check, drug screen, physical, and respirator test) Physical fitness and stamina to stoop, crawl, climb, bend, and lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.