Job Description

Shift: Electrician (1/2 Shift Rotation)

Perform general repair, troubleshooting, upgrading and installation of equipment essential to plant operations. Assist Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining efficient electrical systems throughout the plant. Coordinates machine installation, wiring and maintenance in the manufacturing area.

Essential Functions:

• Perform standard Preventative and Predictive Maintenance activities.
• Support the Maintenance Group in developing and updating new/current pro-active maintenance activities to improve the reliability of the facility infrastructure and manufacturing equipment.
• Repair and troubleshooting of equipment and machinery as necessary.
• Upgrading equipment and machinery to prevent breakdown or improve efficiency.
• Installation of new equipment or processes within the plant.
• Promote relationships with machine crews and Shift Leaders that will encourage teamwork and pride in workmanship.
• Promote cooperation and exchange of ideas from all machine crews.
• Maintain a continuous improvement environment.
• Travel and regular attendance is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience:

• Associates degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent in technical school and experience is required.
• Five to eight years of experience in technology fields and electronic troubleshooting with experience in writing/troubleshooting PLC programs and updating or changing logic.
• Must possess working knowledge of computers and: spreadsheets, word processing, and graph-generating programs.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally with people of various levels.
• Ability to perform basic math functions is required.
• Must have working knowledge of Electrical Power Systems, Controls, Electronics and Drive systems.
• Must be able to read/develop electrical control schematics.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot and implement standard problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to layout, bend and install electrical conduit.