Electrical Controls Technician

Description The Electrical/Controls Technician is responsible for maintenance, proper operation, and troubleshooting of all mechanical and electrical systems on production and support equipment. The hours for this position will be 5am-1:30pm, Monday-Friday. Responsibilities Support and manage all control components within a PLC system. Perform maintenance activities within a manufacturing environment on production and support equipment. Incorporate LOTO procedures as required by policy. Dismantle devices to gain access to impacted areas and repair/remove defective parts. Determine, by use of regular inspections, the repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns. Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements if the parts are reusable, and identify parts that need to be ordered. Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments not performed by machine operators to ensure proper operation. Repair electrical equipment within the limitations of expertise and training. Set up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, and other tools to make and repair parts. Remove tools and clean impacted work areas upon completion of work. Initiate purchase orders for parts and machines. Make recommendations concerning equipment and/or procedure modifications. Locate and set production machinery as required by the production schedule. Perform and assure all duties are carried out in a safe and conscientious manner. Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with Asher’s team members and customers. Perform other job‑related duties in area of responsibility as assigned. Requirements Work Environment / Physical Demands Employee must be willing to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet or humid weather conditions, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particulates, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, high frequency vibrations, and noise levels requiring hearing conservation protection. Frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for an 8‑hour shift. Employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without the aid of material handling equipment. Accountabilities Responsible Maintenance Manager Report problems that cannot be resolved immediately Qualifications Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. Must have experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Education Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Experience Needs to have acquired 1-3 years related experience and/or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Must have working knowledge of PLC Systems and associated software and ability to troubleshoot controls and low voltage systems. Knowledge and Skills Basic knowledge of three‑phase electrical systems, welding and machine shop practices, HVAC systems, plumbing and pneumatics, conveyors and conveying systems, and ability to read and complete preventative maintenance as assigned. Mechanical and standard electrical skills. Travel Requirements None. Disclaimer This job description is intended to convey essential information to understand the scope of the job, the general nature, and level of work performed by job holders. This job description isn’t an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions, which may be changed from time to time based upon business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ashers Chocolate Co