Electrician Lead (3rd shift)

Allied Reliability is seeking an Electrician Lead in Landover, MD to work in an industrial environment with heacy machinery. Experience with Food and/or Beverage is helpful.

Key Responsibilities 
Compliance & Conduct
•   Adhering to all company rules, regulations, policies, and core values—including those detailed in the Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook.
•   Maintaining an acceptable record of attendance and punctuality.

Safety & Health
•   Performing all duties in a safe manner, following OSHA, NEC codes, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
•   Strictly adhering to all safety practices, PPE requirements, and communication protocols (e.g., maintaining radio contact if assigned).
•   Complying with the Company’s Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Management System by:
•   Following all safety policies and procedures
•   Participating in required training
•   Reporting hazards, incidents, or near misses
•   Actively supporting ISO 45001 certification and continuous improvement of OH&S performance

Manufacturing Practices & Housekeeping
•   Maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and excellent housekeeping standards throughout the shift, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
•   Upholding 5S work area organization and contributing to activities that improve work conditions.

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
•   Assisting with testing and commissioning of newly installed packaging equipment.
•   Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and preventive maintenance (PM) processes specific to new equipment.
•   Creating troubleshooting guides and diagnosing equipment issues to ensure timely and effective resolution.
•   Performing preventive maintenance on electrical/mechanical systems according to schedules, OEM recommendations, technical requirements, and departmental standards.
•   Installing and connecting new systems including wiring, conduit, fuses, circuit breakers, clock circuits, magnetic starters, and control systems.
•   Responding promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime; performing emergency repairs as needed.
•   Troubleshooting complex equipment problems; identifying potential hazards; recommending corrective actions; estimating time, equipment, and materials required for repairs.

Technical Documentation & Systems Use
•   Utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), such as Maintimizer, for:
•   Preventive maintenance development
•   Documentation
•   Work order management
•   Requisitioning parts/materials as required
•   Interpreting mechanical drawings, critical spare parts lists, and equipment manuals to facilitate maintenance activities and training.

Teamwork & Collaboration
•   Working collaboratively with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to influence operational best practices and reliability standards.
•   Demonstrating strong teamwork or individual contribution within high-performance teams.
Continuous Improvement & Adaptability
•   Contributing to process enhancements through a continuous improvement mindset.
•   Learning the functionality of plant equipment (e.g., VFDs, case packers, grinders, roasters) and participating in equipment rebuilds/OEM maintenance activities when requested.

Key Qualifications and Requirements
Education & Certification
•   High School Diploma or GED required
•   Completion of a technical/trade school program, millwright apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification
•   OSHA-compliant Fall Protection Training and certification in the operation of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) required

Experience & Technical Skills
•   Minimum five years of electrical experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
•   At least six months in a Maintenance Lead or equivalent role
•   Proven troubleshooting experience across all key areas of the packaging line (e.g., Former, case packer, palletizer)
•   Proficient in repair and maintenance of electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
•   Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing electrical controls and production systems with minimal supervision
•   Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot PLCs, including ControlLogix, MicroLogix, SLC 500, and other Allen Bradley platforms
•   Proficient with both 3-phase and single-phase electrical systems (installation, troubleshooting, maintenance)
•   Expertise with AC and DC voltage applications in industrial/manufacturing environments

Operational & Safety Requirements
•   Maintains hand radio at all times while on duty
•   Actively participates in TATA Safety programs and adheres to all safety protocols
Additional Competencies
•   Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation; skilled at parts identification and procurement procedures
•   Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
•   Proficient in using computer applications relevant to maintenance and operations
•   Demonstrates continuous improvement mindset; actively contributes to process enhancements

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