Electrical and Controls Technician

Proctor & Gamble; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Plant Technicians to join their team. In this role, you'll be responsible for operating and maintaining advanced production technologies that ensure high product quality and efficient production. You'll troubleshoot and improve systems while working in a dynamic environment that values initiative and teamwork. This position offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment and the opportunity to make a significant impact on production outcomes. If you're ready to take ownership of your work and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Mentorship and coaching

Competitive pay and benefits

Safe work environment

Ownership of work from day one

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and electrical safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot high-speed packing and process equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration on various systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Electrical safety

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree/certification in Industrial Electrical

Tools

Electrical test equipment

PLC systems

SCADA systems

HMI systems

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for participating in a team to pack products received from a manufacturing area (e.g., liquids, powders, capsules, pills) that are labeled and packaged, or finished products (e.g., brushes, floss, paste, refills, razors) that are packaged manually or with machines or robots. Acts as a System or Equipment Owner for their area, operating and maintaining equipment.

Job Qualifications

We seek team players eager to develop new skills in operating and maintaining advanced production technology for major brands. Plant Technicians are crucial for keeping production efficient, meeting performance goals, and ensuring high product quality. Candidates should possess high skills, initiative, understand continuous improvement, and thrive in self-directed teams.

Electrical and Controls Technicians are responsible for enabling production throughput, troubleshooting, reducing downtime, and improving systems. They perform maintenance, diagnostics, and programming on various control systems, and lead technical improvements.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and troubleshooting high-speed packing, process, and utility equipment
• Using electrical test equipment for diagnostics
• Performing preventive maintenance and calibration
• Troubleshooting PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems
• Monitoring and repairing robotics and variable frequency drives
• Analyzing data to identify issues proactively
• Training others in technical skills

What We Offer

• Ownership of your work from day one
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge production technologies
• Impact on product quality and production
• Mentorship, coaching, and training
• A safe work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits

Physical and Shift Requirements

• Use of hand and power tools
• Lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, standing, and moving on stairs and ladders
• Ability to discern alarms and signals

The plant operates 7 days a week on 12-hour rotating shifts (day and night shifts). Candidates must be willing to rotate and work any shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, with 2-year technical degree/certification in Industrial Electrical or related field, or equivalent experience
• Willing to wear PPE and use fall protection
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, process instrumentation, and electrical safety
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use troubleshooting tools
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule

Additional Information

• Starting pay: $36.26/hour
• Relocation is generally not paid
• Successful completion of a technical interview required
• Equal opportunity employer