Electrical Technician: PLC/Automation Expert

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Travel Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc in Ottumwa, IA seeks an Electrical Technician to maintain and optimize electrical control systems across PLC, HMI and vision platforms. You will diagnose root causes, support installations, and contribute to power distribution projects with a focus on safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in a related field and 3–5 years in manufacturing electrical maintenance, with SAP or similar systems proficiency and experience with Allen Bradley/Siemens

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in electrical/industrial field with hands-on maintenance experience.
• Proficient reading/writing and math; able to use SAP or similar systems for documentation.
• Experience with PLC/HMI/vision systems and servo drives; knowledge of NEC practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install electrical/electronic systems on the plant floor.
• Program/configure control systems and support equipment installations and upgrades.
• Diagnose complex issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Read blueprints/schematics; ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Servo drives

Vision systems

Electrical schematics

NEC knowledge

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Trade School or related field

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Plastipak Packaging, Inc in Ottumwa, IA seeks an Electrical Technician to maintain and optimize electrical control systems across PLC, HMI and vision platforms. You will diagnose root causes, support installations, and contribute to power distribution projects with a focus on safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in a related field and 3–5 years in manufacturing electrical maintenance, with SAP or similar systems proficiency and experience with Allen Bradley/Siemens