ET - Electrical Maintenance Technician

Trivium Packaging; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & Matching

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO and after 90‑days

EAP

Company‑paid Life insurance & AD&D

Additional Voluntary Offerings

Annual boot and tool reimbursement

Uniform service

Job summary

Trivium Packaging is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve industrial electrical and automation systems to maximize equipment reliability and minimize production downtime. You will work on PLC‑controlled equipment, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and read electrical diagrams, with a rotating 12‑hour schedule at our Youngstown, OH site.

Candidates should have an associate degree and 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout/Tryout procedures.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Willingness to work a rotating 2-2-3, 12-hour schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly troubleshoot all problems and areas of concern
• Perform predictive, preventative, and routine maintenance on equipment and on the building
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects across the facility
• Assist Maintenance Technicians in troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment
• Complete all assigned work in a timely manner with quality and pride
• Check production equipment periodically to minimize downtime
• Communicate problems with the Maintenance Manager and Specialists
• Report food safety concerns to Quality Assurance
• Follow LOTO, safety, and food safety requirements
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation using the CMMS

Skills

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLCs/HMIs/VFDs

Electrical schematics reading

Communication & teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

SIMATIC Manager

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Trivium Packaging is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Electrical Technician to join our team. This role will help maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve industrial electrical and automation systems to maximize equipment reliability and minimize production downtime.

Job Duties

• Thoroughly troubleshoot all problems and areas of concern
• Perform predictive, preventative, and routine maintenance on equipment and on the building
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects across the facility
• Assist Maintenance Technicians in troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment
• Complete all assigned work in a timely manner with quality and pride
• Check production equipment throughout the plant periodically during the shift to identify potential problems and/or areas of concern, to minimize / eliminate instances of failure.
• Immediately and effectively communicate all problems and concerns with the Maintenance Manager, Manufacturing Manager, and Specialists
• Report all potential food safety concerns to the Quality Assurance manager
• Work in a professional manner with all employees and with outside contractors
• Attend and successfully complete various training classes throughout the year, as assigned
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC‑controlled equipment, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and electrical systems up to 480 VAC
• Maintain industrial communication networks (Profinet, Profibus, or similar)
• Configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot industrial instrumentation
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Occasionally work at heights using scissor or articulating boom lift
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation using the CMMS
• Communicate equipment issues effectively and work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and contractors
• Follow all LOTO, safety, quality, and food safety requirements

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology or related field, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience
• 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout/Tryout procedures
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation systems
• Experience with Siemens automation (TIA Portal, SIMATIC Manager) preferred; Rockwell experience also acceptable
• Working knowledge of industrial Ethernet and fieldbus networks
• Proficiency with electrical troubleshooting, motor controls, instrumentation, and PID loops
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to work a rotating 2-2-3, 12-hour schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts that produce noise. The employee is also exposed to vehicle traffic (forklift, industrial cart) and must be alert while traveling on the manufacturing floor.

Work Location

• On‑site, one location – 1 Performance Place Youngstown, Ohio 44502

Job Type

Full‑time

• 401(k) & Matching
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance upon date of hire
• PTO and after 90‑days
• EAP
• Company‑paid Life insurance & AD&D
• Additional Voluntary Offerings
• Annual boot and tool reimbursement
• Uniform service

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and our business. It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.