EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MINIMUMS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mechanical experience or strong hands-on aptitude (we’ll train the right person)
- Comfortable working with tools, diagnostics, and technical data
- Team mindset and a strong work ethic
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- Associate’s degree
- Background in automotive, mechanical, industrial, or trade work is a plus
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Decision Making - Decision making in a timely manner based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; sometimes with incomplete information, under tight deadlines and pressure; while based upon appropriate risk and authority
- Analysis and Problem Solving - Solves difficult problems with effective solutions; asks good questions and questions all likely sources for answers; can solve complex problems and recognize complex patterns; utilizing all appropriate tools to reach a robust answer.
- Communication - The ability to communicate information clearly and effectively in an engaging and convincing manner.
- Managing Performance - Possessing the drive and focus to achieve challenging goals.
- Project Management - The ability to manage tasks and activities and achieve their completion within the agreed framework, across regional and organizational boundaries
- Innovation - The openness to new ideas and the ability to generate breakthrough solutions. Can develop, seek out, critically assess and implement new and value adding concepts.
- Test Development and Execution of Testing - Develop and/or apply physical, chemical and mechanical testing to appropriately demonstrate and/or understand the mechanisms for our products performance and to improve the efficiency of product development.
Working at Afton
Perks & Benefits (Once Hired Full-Time):
- Shift differential pay after contract period
- Steady off-shift schedule with no rotation
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, retirement, etc.)
- Safety-first culture and supportive team environment
- Long-term career potential in a global company
- Ongoing training, cross-training, and advancement opportunities
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.