Electrical Technician - 1st Shift

Menasha Packaging in; Ruffs Dale (Westmoreland County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical Technician for the 1st shift. The role involves ensuring machinery operation, troubleshooting electrical issues, and performing preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical systems, a strong safety focus, and the ability to communicate effectively within a team.

Qualifications

• Experience with AC/DC motors and troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Skills in communicating effectively in various formats.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Work with production personnel to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

Electrical Technician - 1st Shift (Finance)

1. Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions

2. Work with production personnel to troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues

3. Work in conjunction with outside contractors and/or vendors as well as OEM's to troubleshoot and make repairs to plant equipment

4. Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments

5. Wire and install AC/DC motors, drives, racks and motion control equipment

6. Perform electrical trouble shooting using the proper tools and PPE

7. Control downtime by performing routine preventive maintenance techniques

8. Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment

9. Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

10. Use computer system to document work and account for parts

11. Communicate with the team using verbal, written or electronic communication including phone, email, radio, or other

12. Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

13. P articipate on Emergency Response Team (required)

14. Perform other duties as assigned by management /supervisors . S et up and operate all shop equipment

15. Work in a safe and efficient manner using all personal protective and safety equipment and devices that are required , and comply with company safety policies and procedures

16. I dentify and eliminate work hazards

17. Know proper lock-out/tag out minor servicing procedures

18. Conduct safe and proper clean up procedures

19. Perform other duties as assigned by management /supervisors

Starting pay: $35.99/hr.