607 Apprentice jobs in Clarksville,TN

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous manufacturing or mechanical experience
Ability to distinguish between subtle color variations (Not colorblind)
Ability to lift 50-75 lbs. without the assistance of a hoist or mechanical device
Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and climb
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with complex press equipment
Basic math skills and ability to read rulers, tape measures, micrometers, and gauges
Basic reading skills necessary to properly understand production orders, reports, warning signs, etc…
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail under production demands
Must be able to distinguish subtle shades of colors accurately in order to match samples and color designations in orders
Must have eyesight whether correct or not, which allows pressman to distinguish hairlines, registration, mounting accuracy and ink lay-down to print suitable quality
Must be able to lift 50 – 75-pound air shafts without the assistance of a hoist and must be able to manipulate 100 – 300 pounds with the assistance of mechanical devices
Must be agile (bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, etc.) in order to climb up on press, move cylinders, adjust equipment and avoid dangerous moving machinery
Must have a good sense of smell to distinguish odors from materials and smell smoke in case of fire
Must have good hearing to follow directions and coordinate procedures with fellow employees and to hear warning signals
Reflexes must be in excellent condition for quick response time on moving machinery to avoid serious injury to his/her or other employee's limbs or other life-threatening injuries
Must be completely alert at all times to operate machinery in a proper manner
Must be able to read a ruler and have other general math skills to measure roll diameters, roll widths, package sizes, etc…
Must have directionality to distinguish right and left sides of machinery and to follow operating instructions from other employees and from written instructions
Must be able to comprehend and follow detailed instructions without constant supervision
Must be able to communicate operating problems to supervisor
Must have spatial skills, which can be applied to judge dimensions necessary for operation of machinery
Must have mechanical ability to learn how the press operates including anilox rollers, cylinders, tension controls, safety mechanisms, etc…
Must be able to carry out press procedures in an initial sequence and repeat that procedure on future orders in a similar manner or with alterations
Must be able to record information electronically as required by accounting
Must have maturity and disposition to always operate press safely
Must understand and be able to implement safety emergency procedures and follow all standard safety procedures
Must be able to interact with and follow instructions from quality control or management to maintain specified quality standards
Must be able to do meticulous work under production demand