Accel International has grown to be the best high-performance conductor manufacturer for the aerospace, medical, telecommunications, and other industries. Our state-of-the-art technology and the dedication of our associates are unmatched by any of our competitors! With emphasis on customer care and integrity, we have become a force to be reckoned with in the wire industry, and our growth reflects this. We currently operate two state-of-the-art facilities in Connecticut, one in Indiana, and a new one is being built in Florida, which will be up and running in Spring 2023.
Due to our fast-paced development, we are looking for hard-working and ambitious individuals with experience in machine maintenance in the manufacturing field to fill our Machine Maintenance Technician positions.
These individuals will be responsible for:
- Performing regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facility
- Maintaining a clean and orderly facility
- Using a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties
- Detecting faulty operations and defective material and reporting any unusual situations to proper supervision
- Performing other required tasks as assigned
Safety is the #1 most important concern at Accel. We ensure that employees are given all the resources they need to protect themselves.
Physical Requirements
- Must wear safety shoes (steel toe), safety eyeglasses, safety ear protections
- Must participate in company ear testing surveillance
- Must be able to work with sharp tooling such as scissors, cutters, knives, and other materials required to handle wire
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
- Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, reaching
At Accel, we offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the potential for growth. Your starting salary will be at least $24 per hour, and you will have the ability to work your way up to $32 or more per hour in just a few years! We also pay 6 months retainer bonus of $1,000 twice a year (back shifts) with an average annual bonus of $7,500. High-performing associates are eligible to receive an annual bonus of up to $15,000! We have positions available in Meriden, CT and Cheshire, CT.
Shifts:
- 1st (8:00 am – 4:00 pm)
- Off shift schedules available (Tuesday-Saturday, Wednesday-Sunday)
What we are looking for:
- Familiar with manufacturing, safety practices, and procedures (all backgrounds are welcome, electronic background is preferred)
- Experience with machine operating and machine maintenance
- Experience with detailed work/working with small parts
- Great attention to detail
- Positive attitude
- Excellent attendance record in previous positions
- Longevity in previous positions with no gaps or “job hopping”
- Willing to work overtime and weekends
- Must pass a drug screen and background check
- At least High School Diploma or GED Required
- Basic math and computer knowledge
In return, we are happy to offer:
- Very Competitive Base Pay (DOE)
- Generous Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Free Disability and Life Insurance
- AFLAC line of coverage
- 401(K) Plan with company match
- PTO
- Holiday pay
- Rewarding and Fun Work Environment in a clean, bright and state of the art manufacturing facility
- Unlimited Growth Opportunities