Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy solving complex mechanical problems, and value teamwork? Teknor Apex—born from Alfred Fain’s 1924 Rhode Island tire shop and now a privately held, global custom compounder with nine U.S. sites and operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China—could be your next home. We’re led by the founder’s grandson and rooted in strong relationships that power innovative, customized compounds for customers worldwide.

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

• Safety is your first step, and you follow procedures without compromise.
• You collaborate naturally—sharing information, resolving issues, and supporting teammates.
• You’re comfortable giving and receiving feedback with respect.
• Change doesn’t rattle you; you adapt to hit organizational goals.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, you take ownership of outcomes.
• You can troubleshoot, repair, and maintain diverse mechanical machines and process equipment.
• You weigh business priorities and address site-wide technical challenges.
• You analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• You’re eager to learn new skills and technologies.
• You use computer software to manage work tasks and documentation.
• Forklifts and scissor lifts are tools you operate confidently and safely.
• Punctuality and dependable attendance are part of your reputation.
• Precision work—welding, pipe fitting, rigging, and lubrication—is in your wheelhouse.

Core weekend shift with required flexibility to assist on weekdays (up to 3 days). Pick from 8-hour or 12-hour shift lengths. Weekday coverage is part of the role.

• High School Diploma or GED (required). A related 2-year technical/vocational degree is strongly preferred.
• Preferred 4+ years of relevant experience (general mechanic, pipefitter, chemical manufacturing, refinery, etc.).
• Preference for millwright and/or precision mechanic experience.
• General knowledge of basic electrical gear, motors, and controls.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English documents is desired.

• Comfort wearing required PPE: earplugs, gloves, safety glasses, hardhat, and steel-toed shoes.
• Capable of standing, walking stairs, twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing for extended periods.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds (required).

Be part of a century-strong, relationship-driven manufacturer where your mechanical expertise keeps essential equipment running and your ideas help create better products for customers around the world.

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.