Industrial Maintenance Electrician/ Controls Electrician (3rd Shift) - Starting up to $38/hour plus

Company Statement Graham Packaging is a leading manufacturer of sustainable packaging. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. They’re the kind of people you want as your friends and neighbors as well as your partners and suppliers. By building strong relationships and creating value for our customers, our employees embody the innovative spirit that’s inherent to Graham. We truly are people building a better tomorrow. Overview The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot , repair, and maintain very complex blow mold equipment and other high speed manufacturing equipment including conveyor systems, palletizing and strapping equipment, compressors, chillers and installing electrical and wiring systems. Perform electrical troubleshooting. Responsibilities Graham Packaging Company is looking for an Industrial Maintenance Electrician based in Elwood, IN. This is a 3rd Shift position, working from 11pm - 7am, Sunday night through Friday morning. Weekly pay starting up to $38 per hour based on experience. Benefits start on Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with match! Specific Duties Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as conveyors systems, hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, compressors, chillers, cooling towers, etc. Perform repairs on electrical or electronic instruments. Conducts preventive maintenance programs and keeps accurate maintenance records Conduct periodic tests or checks of all electrical or electronic instruments. Identify and report potential equipment and building problems. Installs, examines, replaces or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and/or other electrical components. Use of electrical testing equipment to test electircal and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance. Maintains, repairs, tests and installs electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems. Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices. May install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Two year Associate Degree in electrical related field is a plus. A minimum of five years industrial maintenance electrician experience preferred. Requirements Maintenance Electricians are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position: Our facility is highly automated and the ideal candidate needs to possess Intermediate knowledge of PLC function and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have experience in deciphering ladder logic. Experience with Rockwell Automation software. (RS Logix 5000 and 500) principles of PLC operation. Experience in Siemens automation software preferred (TIA portal, Simatic Manager) Proficient troubleshooting skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and complex mechanical equipment with the capability to diagnose using visual and auditory senses, test components and technical publications. A minimum of 5+ years experience in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment, plastics background a plus. Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred and/or combination of education and/or apprenticeship preferred. Ability to use shop equipment and tools (lathe, drill press, mill, cut-off saw, arbor press, hydraulic press, wrenches, chisels, grinders, drills, etc.) as well as analog and digital equipment, voltmeters, ohmmeters and other hand tools. Ability to read maintenance manuals, schematics, drawings, parts manuals, catalogs and other maintenance literature. Self-motivated and ability to work independently. Project management skills with the ability to see a project through to completion. Assist and train production employees in proper operation and maintenance of machinery. Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance. Computer usage and typing skills are essential. Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally. Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others. Limited travel may be required. Compensation Statement The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits Statement Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements. EEO Disclaimer Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Careers @ Graham Packaging