Electrical Technician

Job Title

This individual will play a critical hands-on role in troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical power and control systems of production equipment. Conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing

Requirements

• Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Wiring [including 120/480 Volts]

• Perform Troubleshooting, Preventive, and Ongoing Maintenance for Production Lines including Electrical Repairs, Replace Components such as: Motors and Motor Drives, Pumps, Sensors, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Transmissions, Make Adjustments keeping in mind Quality, Tolerances, and Order of Operations.

• Ability to Work Safely and Independently while Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical and Controls Problems on all Equipment in Assigned Department.

• Build and Modify Existing Electrical Controls Systems for Production Equipment including Physical Equipment

• Demonstrate Understanding of Proper Safety Practices as it relates to Performing Work on Electrical Equipment (LOTO & ARC-FLASH)

• Perform Regular Preventive Maintenance on Machines

• Possess Specialized Skill Sets to Include: HMI, PLC, VFD, and Network Interfaces [Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Control Techniques]..

• Understanding of Networks including Ethernet, DeviceNet, and/or Profinet.

• Knowledge of Siemens S7 Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal.

• Knowledge of Rockwell Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software.

• Self-Motivated and Works Independently to Solve Problems and Implement Solutions.

• Maintains Good Interpersonal Skills and Develops Good Working Relationships with Peers and all Levels of Management.

• Ability to Maintain a Good Attendance Record.

• Ensure that the Policies and Procedures of the Company are Followed.

• Ability and Willingness to Work Scheduled On Weekend On-call Coverage

• Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills

• Must Have Own Tool

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 2 Year Technical Degree in Related Field

• 3+ Years Experience

• Familiarity with CAD Systems(s)

• Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook

• Plastic Extrusion Experience a Plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to Lift 50 lbs