Job Description

About Us

Elementis is a global specialty chemical company, with 1,300 employees operating 17 manufacturing sites across the globe. At Elementis, we bring a distinctive combination of expertise, innovation, and teamwork to every formulation challenge. We create high-value specialty additives that enhance the performance of our customers' products and make a positive change in the world. Combining our leading positions in the science of materials flow, surface modification, and formulation with access to unique natural materials, Elementis delivers unique chemistry, sustainable solutions to customers in a wide range of markets, including cosmetics, anti-perspirants, decorative and industrial coatings, automotive and ceramics.

Scheduled on rotating shifts, off shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to safely support production operations.

Under the supervision of the Site Maintenance Leader, the Electrician will utilize strong knowledge of components and systems to maintain and repair electrical equipment including, but not limited to conveyors, pumps, motors, blowers, fans, compressors, etc. This position requires extensive knowledge of electrical components as well as electrical safety codes and regulations. All duties must be performed in compliance with established company, department, and safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Electrical & Instrumentation

Perform inspections, repairs, and installations on plant instrumentation and electrical systems—including wiring, control panels, switches, timers, fuse boxes, valves, and meters. Work with electrical systems on pumps, blowers, motors, conveyors, filters, and baghouses. Troubleshoot and support control systems.

Project & Field Work

Complete tasks such as staging materials, installing conduit, drilling, and supporting equipment. Operate, maintain, and care for all tools and equipment used in daily assignments.

Teamwork & Leadership

Assist in training new Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians. Maintain clean, safe, organized work area. Support additional tasks and projects as requested by leadership.

Job Competencies:

• Problem Solving: Most jobs will involve identifying issues, figuring out how to fix them, and testing that your solution works. Using your electrical knowledge and logic.
• Communicates effectively: Effective communication enables you to articulate the strategic goals, provide technical guidance, ensure everyone is aligned with the company’s objectives, facilitate collaboration within and across the teams, ensure ideas and feedback are shared openly and ultimately enhance the quality of innovation efforts.
• Time Management: Being able to accurately estimate how long a job will take.
• Collaboration: Effective collaboration ensures you can harness the collective expertise and insights of various stakeholders. You can facilitate the exchange of ideas, align diverse perspectives, promotes synergy and accelerate the product development process.

Additional Job Description

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to read & interpret P&ID's, electrical wiring diagrams, process logic diagrams, control logic diagrams.
• Fluent in control system terminology and able to apply in work situations.
• Must be able to quickly diagnose and solve process issues: especially those involving instrumentation and electrical issues.
• Experienced with basic troubleshooting and programming of Allen Bradley equipment, Delta-V experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial electrical systems and the National Electrical Code.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other equipment integral to the job tasks/function.

Position Requirements

• Education: Degree or Certification from an accredited program in electrical, instrumentation & controls maintenance.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience working in chemical processing and demonstrated use of electrical, instrumentation & control skills.
• IT Skills: Experienced with basic troubleshooting and programming of Allen Bradley equipment, Delta-V experience a plus.
• Traveling required: 0% of travel required.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Candidate will need to complete a Fit for Duty examination, a Respirator fit test (to wear a respirator for certain tasks, even able to wear a respirator during strenuous physical activity), and complete the requirements for the Hearing Conservation Program.
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb, and regularly kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist and reach overhead with repetitive motions.
  • Ability to lift and/or carry up to 55 pounds with out assistance.
  • Ability to work at heights above 50 feet, including on ladders and lifts.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Elementis does not discriminate in hiring or in the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, arrest record, citizenship or other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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