Electrician

SPG International Holdi; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SPG International Holdi seeks a Maintenance Electrician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair the plant's electrical systems and production equipment. The role combines electrical, mechanical, and processing skills to perform preventative and reactive maintenance and support safety standards.

Responsibilities include installing machinery, reading drawings, diagnosing issues, performing PMs, and training operators on PM procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or equivalent production maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems including 24VDC, 480VAC, proximity sensors, motor controls, VFDs.
• AA degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance is a plus.
• 4+ years of manufacturing experience with strong electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and PLC skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production machines and plant equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, equipment manuals and work orders.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, and test systems.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs during production.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly workplace.
• Train Operators on safe PM practices.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Preventive maintenance

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Reading schematics

Problem diagnosis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Craft apprenticeship

AA degree in mechanical/electrical/industrial maintenance

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

PLC controls experience

VFDs familiarity

Job description

Position Summary:

Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of existing electrical system using electrical, mechanical and processing skills. The Maintenance Electrician will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on all equipment and building.

Essential Functions:

• Install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections
• Read and interpret electrical drawingsequipment manuals and work orders to perform required electrical/maintenance and service.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Strong electrical/mechanical aptitude.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Perform plant electrical/maintenance as directed by Supervisor.
• Expert level knowledge of LOTO, Hazcom, Bloodborne, Forklift, PPE, Machine Guarding, Confined Space and Environmental procedures.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronics and PLC controls.
• Work closely with all management and hourly personnel
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on building systems and production equipment.
  • Train Operators to safely and effectively perform Operator level PM.
• Maintain accurate inventory of spare parts and make recommendations.
  • Identify OEM and aftermarket replacement parts
• Maintain a clean and orderly workplace
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Working knowledge of Computer systems and their application
• Promote a safe work environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to work in a safe and consistent manner.

Minimum Required Experience or Education:

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience
• Experienced in troubleshooting basic electrical that includes but is not limited to 24VDC, 480VAC, Proximity Sensors, Motor Controls, VFD’s, etc.
• An AA degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance is a plus
• 4+ years of manufacturing experience; strong electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills with PLC experience
• Preferred Journeyman state certification