Electrical & Instrumentation Technician-Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are:

Loparex is a leading global manufacturer of silicone release liners. We partner with some of the world's largest manufacturers to create world-class products used in branding and packaging solutions, hygiene and medical supplies, automotive and electronic components, aviation, and thousands of other aspects of day-to-day life. We have manufacturing operations throughout the U.S., Europe, China, and India.

We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to work in the Hammond facility

Day Shift Schedule: 5:00AM - 5:00PM

• 2-2-3 Schedule (2 days on Monday-Thursday; Every other Friday-Sunday off)

Base Pay Rate: Depending on Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities:

  • Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.
  • Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment, such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage tester.
  • Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.
  • Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers to diagnose malfunction.
  • Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools. Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit using electronic test equipment and hand tools
  • Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
  • Effectively communicate with prior and oncoming shift personal regarding status of runs, status, etc.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, productivity and customers.
• Requires the ability to read and write, follow verbal and written instructions, use basic math, take accurate measurements and use hand tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/walk for 12 hours.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan, including health, dental, vision. Eligibility begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
• Wellness plan and discounts on health insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance
• Long Term disability, basic and supplemental life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• Uniform reimbursements - including safety boots, prescription safety glasses, and clothing
• Annual fitness reimbursement
• Matching 401K plan (150% match of the first 4% employee contribution)
• Up to 104 hours of Paid time off in the first year
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays and Volunteer Time Off
• Bonus incentives for perfect attendance and employee referrals

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Must pass all three pre-employment testings. (Lifting test, drug test, and background check.)