Electrician I - 1st & 2nd Shift

Maker's Pride; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flex spending accounts

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Indiana is seeking an Electrician to maintain and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment in its manufacturing facility. You will ensure production machinery runs safely and efficiently, performing regular maintenance to prevent breakdowns and minimize downtime.

The role requires reading diagrams, working with motors, conveyors, pumps, and control systems, and collaborating with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
• Proven experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of motors, control circuits, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical diagrams and schematics.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment in the manufacturing process.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues using tools and testing equipment.
• Repair or replace faulty components like wires, motors, or control devices.
• Calibrate and adjust equipment to meet production specs.
• Follow safety protocols and electrical/mechanical codes.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Document maintenance work, parts used, and costs.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and order replacements as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement to boost reliability.
• Train and mentor junior technicians.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Safety protocols

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Technical certification (Electrical/Mech)

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Hand tools

PLCs

Job description

What We Want to Give You

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

Job Summary

An Electrician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment in a manufacturing facility. They ensure that production machinery is operating efficiently and safely, and they perform regular maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns and minimize downtime.

Hours of Operations

Monday through Friday + Overtime/Weekends

• 1st Shift: 5:50AM to 2:00PM
• 2nd Shift: 1:50PM to 10:00PM

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment used in the manufacturing process, such as motors, conveyors, pumps, compressors, and control systems.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks on machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical issues using various tools and testing equipment.
• Repair or replace faulty components or systems, such as broken wires, motors, or control devices.
• Calibrate and adjust equipment to meet production specifications.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with electrical and mechanical codes and regulations.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve equipment performance or quality issues.
• Document maintenance and repair activities, including work performed, parts used, and costs incurred.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and equipment, and order replacements as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certification or associate's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is preferred.
• Proven experience as an electrical or mechanical technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, including motors, control circuits, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with maintenance and diagnostic tools, such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and hand tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures for working with electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to emergency maintenance requests.
• Physical stamina and dexterity to perform tasks that may require lifting heavy objects or working in confined spaces.

This job description may vary depending on the organization's specific needs and requirements.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.