Electromechanical Technician

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential for career enrichment

Entrepreneurial environment

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the pipe industry, located in McPherson, Kansas, is seeking an experienced professional for electrical diagnosis and repair. The role requires hands-on experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting electrical circuits, ensuring that equipment runs smoothly within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety. A technical background and relevant experience are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in craft, robotics background preferred.
• Valid Kansas Class C driver's license required.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and perform tasks safely.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and repair equipment.
• Maintain 5S standards and work safely.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical diagrams

Experience with 480V systems

Communication skills

Education

Formal technical training in electronics

Associates degree or Journeyman's card

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Modicon PLC

Square D PLC

Test equipment

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Summary

Responsible for all electrical diagnosis and repair on given shift to include the maintenance, service, and repair of electrical and electronic equipment in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidate will have experience in PLC programming using ladder logic and troubleshooting electrical/electronic circuits to the component level. Ability to make repairs to systems, read drawings and schematics, utilize a variety of test equipment and work with low voltages. Must have the ability to work self‑guided and be able to prioritize jobs. Position requires good communication skills to adequately relay the state of equipment and estimated repair time to others.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner.
• Individual must have experience in Allen Bradley, Modicon, and Square D PLC logic programming.
• Individual must possess electrical circuit troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in an industrial environment as well as the ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, sketches and schematics.
• Must be familiar with related test equipment and three phase 480V circuits.
• Experience with 480V and below.
• Must be a dedicated, hard‑working self‑starter.
• Experience in the repair, installation and troubleshooting of commercial industry machinery, robotics, plumbing, and/or physical building structure is desired.
• Must be able to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes and any other PPE that is required in the performance of the responsibilities of the position.
• Work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed and to take on additional assignments as requested by management.
• Maintain 5S standards.
• Weekly on‑call 6 times a year max.

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• Formal technical training in electronics with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the craft. Robotics background preferred. Associates degree in electronic field or Journeyman’s card preferred.
• Position requires a valid Kansas Class C driver’s license.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40‑50 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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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.