Electrician

Social Influence LLC; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive growth and development opportunities

Excellent comprehensive benefits package

401K company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Pontiac, IL is seeking a skilled technician to set up and operate auxiliary binding machines. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing maintenance, and suggesting process improvements. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of relevant experience and possesses a strong understanding of electrical systems. Competitive pay of $35.00-$43.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience with electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment.
• Proven self-starter capable of completing projects/work orders.
• Ability to work under physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate various auxiliary binding machines.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Analyze and improve operational efficiency.
• Perform maintenance checks and repairs in a timely manner.

Skills

Maintenance and equipment installation

Electrical repairs

Mechanical repairs

Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings

Knowledge of electrical codes

Pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge

Job description

This person will set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces or other attachments (i.e. inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment,, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines and/or set up automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities such as power paper cutters, power collators and gatherers, power folders, power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines or other completed products.

Job Summary

Troubleshoot and identify electrical and mechanical problems. Repair complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment. Utilize a multi-skilled approach to problem solving and testing equipment and diagrams to isolate problems. Understand and utilize a wide array of tools and equipment. Welding and fabrication are a plus.

Essentials Duties

Identify faults or problems in equipment/machinery. Diagnosing problems in a physical process. Identify faults in equipment. Critically examining information for accuracy/quality. Analyzing numerical and written information. Repairing machinery or equipment in a timely fashion. Regular checking of machinery for maintenance. Connecting or wiring electrical apparatus in sequence, and also running conduit. Using precision tools or instruments (e.g., engraving). Using hand‑held power machinery. Generating solutions to problems with equipment. Suggesting new solutions to production problems. Finding ways to improve efficiency of an operation. Other duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

Experience in maintenance and equipment installation, including high voltage electricity and/or electronics. Minimum of 4-6 years of previous experience working on similar electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment. Possess technical skills to complete both mechanical and electrical repairs. Ability to read both mechanical and electrical drawings. Knowledge of electrical codes and PLCs (preferred). Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics is a plus. Able to follow instructions and make decisions. Must be a proven self‑starter to complete projects/work orders. Must work well with others. Must be flexible and open to change when needed. Must be willing to work overtime and 12‑hour shifts.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing while setting up and operating equipment. Continuously bending, twisting, kneeling, and squatting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Benefits

Extensive growth and development opportunities. Competitive starting pay (based on experience) $35.00‑43.00 per hour. Shift differential premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Excellent comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, & Voluntary Life Insurance, Disability (long and short term) and much more, eligible after 30 days. Company paid Term Life Insurance and STD. 401K company match. Paid holidays in addition to a generous paid time off package. $35‑47 an hour.