Electrical Technician

Socket.dev; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Corporation in Springdale, AR seeks an Electrical Technician to join our Maintenance Team. You will troubleshoot, repair and improve in-house controls and PLCs, and support TPM initiatives on a range of CNC and automation equipment.

The role requires reading electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints, PLC and CNC knowledge, and the ability to work safely under EHS guidelines. On-site shifts with occasional emergency call-ins are expected.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree or journeyman program in related field preferred.
• CNC experience; PLC controls experience preferred.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain awareness of the maintenance budget and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and improve in-house controls and PLCs; contribute to preventative maintenance.
• Serve as back-up Company electrician for building and grounds; perform preventative, proactive maintenance.
• Develop new PLC programming for small projects and troubleshoot malfunctioning electrical systems.
• Adjust, calibrate, and modify circuitry and components; record effects on unit performance.
• Lead TPM activities and preventative maintenance; write manuals and procedures for equipment operation.
• Communicate with customer and sales to develop job strategy and product applications.
• Maintain and repair CNC equipment; monitor newly installed equipment; train others.
• Be flexible to return to the plant on days off in maintenance emergencies.

Skills

Electrical prints

Controls wiring

CNC fundamentals

PLC knowledge

Servo drives

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or journeyman

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley drives

CNC machines

Job description

Arconic is currently in search of an Electrical Technician to join our Maintenance Teambased in Springdale, Arkansas.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Troubleshoot, repair and contribute improvements to all in-house industrial controls, programmable controllers, etc., and performs preventative maintenance functions to such equipment;
• Assume back-up role of Company electrician, when needed, in building and grounds department.Perform preventative, proactive, and if required reactive maintenance;
• Perform new PLC programming for small projects (10%). Troubleshoot malfunctioning electrical systems including PLC’s with the use of electrical prints and ladder logic programs. (90%);
• Adjust, calibrate, align, and modify circuitry and components and record effects on unit performance;
• Help implement, drive and lead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.Create, document and lead preventative maintenance activities. Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance procedures especially for CNC equipment and other process-controlled equipment. This includes maintenance visual control, 5S, documentation control, one-point lessons, and other TPM activities;
• Assist in writing operational manuals and procedures relating to the operation and maintaining of Company equipment electronically, electrically, or electro-mechanical pneumatically;
• Communicate with customer and sales to develop job strategy/product application;
• Maintain and repair CNC equipment, monitor newly installed equipment, and train other workers in the operation of equipment;
• Must be flexible and willing to come back to the plant on days off in cases of maintenance emergencies.

Qualifications

You have: (required)

• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints in a swift and effective manner;
• Ability to perform controls wiring projects and draw circuit prints;
• Ability to learn CNC fundamentals, operating CNC machines as required for maintenance and troubleshooting (G-codes, offset, home, cycle start, etc.).Knowledge of CNC mechanical operations and performance, electrical systems controls, power supplies, sensors including proximity sensors and photo eyes;
• Knowledge of Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC’s and drives including A/C and D/C among others, servos.
• Knowledge of servo drives for controls systems;
• Knowledge of electrical circuitry with the ability to troubleshoot failed cards and system components;

• Ability to learn and assist with machine alignment and calibration (laser interferometer, spindle analyzer, ball-bar, machine leveling, vibration analyzer, servo error and mechanical alignment.

  Experience needed:

• Two-year associate degree or a completed journeyman program in related field preferred;
• CNC experience; programming experience preferred.PLC controls experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills;
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to verbally communicate effectively with internal and external customers;
• Conflict Management Skills;
• Ability to maintain awareness of the maintenance budget and if we are over or under budget in general;
• Ability to work safely and follow all the EHS requirements.

Arconic Corporationis a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. At Arconic, we: Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Springdale is a part of the Northwest Arkansas (NWA) metropolitan area and region within the Ozark Mountains. Nearby cities include Fayetteville, Rogers, and Bentonville. It is the 13th fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States. Growth is driven by several Fortune 500 companies, including Arconic, as well as over 1,300 suppliers and vendors drawn to the region by these large businesses. NWA amenities include the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Walmart AMP and Razorback Regional Greenway. Our Springdale facility is located in the 4th largest city in the state of Arkansas. Located in both Washington and Benton counties, our city is a diverse and friendly community. Catch a ride on the beautifully restored Arkansas and Missouri Railroad or visit the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to the scenic waters of Beaver Lake for water sports and relaxation, and the multitude of parks and trails of the Ozarks. Home to the Randal Tyson Recreational Complex and the Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks, Springdale offers many unique world-class attractions. See more about Springdale here: explorespringdale.com.