Electromechanical Technician

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation seeks an Electromechanical Technician to perform PLC-based diagnostics, programming, and repair on manufacturing equipment. The role covers electrical and mechanical duties, with emphasis on PLC logic and control cabinets.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Electronics or equivalent, 3+ years of practical electronics experience, and familiarity with 480V power systems. Night shift hours apply, and safety rules are mandatory in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics with PLC exposure and 3+ years of practical electronics experience
• Experience with 480V power systems
• Ability to climb and work at elevated heights
• Knowledge of 5S and lean principles

Responsibilities

• Perform PLC diagnostics, repair and installation on manufacturing equipment
• Modify advanced PLC logic programs
• Troubleshoot PLC circuits
• Design and assemble control cabinets with user interface
• Analyze machinery for PLC automation opportunities
• Troubleshoot and tune motor drives
• Maintain plant switchgear and related systems
• Follow safety rules and company policies

Skills

PLC programming

Electronics troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

PLCs

Motor drives

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Starting Pay: $43.00 per hour + $2.00 per hour for shift differential

SUMMARY

The Electromechanical Technician is responsible for performing facility Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) work on all manufacturing equipment. Duties include installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of PLC's. Proactively maintains all plant electrical systems, all equipment electronics, motors, drives and other power transmission systems. This position also has the responsibility to perform all mechanical and electrical tasks as assigned.

SCHEDULE

This position will be on night shift, with specific hours based on operational needs. Final schedule details will be discussed during the interview process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics repair and installation, consistent with plant electricians
• Modify advanced A/B PLC logic program
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits
• Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface
• Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation
• Troubleshoot/program/specify motor drives
• Maintain/service plant switchgear
• Maintains a running log on barrel and screw inventory, changes, history and throughput
• Ability to determine when scope of job is beyond existing skill set or requires additional support
• Perform all mechanical and electrical duties required, and additional duties as assigned
• Comply with company policies for software updating, filing, and archiving of PLC/PC applications
• Comply with established safety rules and company policies and procedures

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent training (i.e. Fundamentals of PLC's, Programming Controllers, Troubleshooting and Repair of PLC's) with three (3) plus years of practical electronics experience
• Experience with blending and extrusion equipment preferred
• Electrical and Mechanical background; 3 phase, 480v power experience required
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
• Knowledge of 5S and lean principles

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works in a fast paced manufacturing facility. Noise level commensurate with large machinery. Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times; steel toed shoes and long pants are required. Temperatures, although maintained, can be effected by outside weather conditions.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.