I&E Technician (LME or Journeyman)

Bakelite; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to ensure the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable practices while enhancing productivity and safety in a dynamic environment. You'll be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement, utilizing your technical expertise to optimize processes. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on safety, this role is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving community known for its outdoor activities and educational institutions. Join us in shaping a better tomorrow!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Robust Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Safety Equipment Provided

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
• State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license or higher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and troubleshoot electrical systems to ensure reliable operations.
• Document and report key findings from work execution.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Control Systems

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Industrial Test Equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.

Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.

It’s Better with Bakelite.

Instrumentation and Electrical (E&I) Technician: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

• By conducting thorough inspections and troubleshooting electrical systems, you will ensure the continuous and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment, reducing downtime and enhancing overall productivity.
• Your role in diagnosing control problems contributes to maintaining a safe working environment, aligning with plant safety policies and minimizing risks associated with electrical failures.
• You’ll play a part in process optimization. Through effective maintenance and troubleshooting, the E&I Technician supports the optimization of production processes, helping to achieve operational goals and improve product quality.
• Continuous Improvement: By applying technical expertise and industry best practices, you’ll contribute to ongoing improvements in manufacturing processes, driving innovation and operational excellence within the facility.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

• You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
• We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
• Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
• Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
• We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.

Life in Eugene: In this role, you’ll be located in the second-largest metropolitan area in Oregon.

• Eugene’s official slogan is “A Great City for the Arts and Outdoors” – the city is known for its natural beauty and has plenty of opportunities for recreational activities, including biking, rafting, kayaking and exploring nature trails.
• Eugene is home to several educational institutions, including the University of Oregon, Bushnell University and Lane Community College.
• Eugene is known as “Track Town USA” and is where Nike was founded. Olympic track and field trials are held at University of Oregon’s Hayward Field every four years.
• Forbes named Eugene among the Top 50 Best Places for Business and Careers in 2019

What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting/repairing/testing/inspecting/calibrating various industrial equipment: primarily motors, air actuated valves, pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
• Documenting and reporting work execution key findings.
• Ensuring proper operation of all control system components to include electronic components, analyzers, on/off valves, control valves solenoids, limit switches, PLC and related I/O modules.
• Assisting in and providing expertise on electrical inspections and new/existing installations.
• Working with operations and maintenance personnel to help identify & prioritize electrical and instrumentation needs and issues.
• Sharing knowledge with other technicians as it relates to maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation, electrical components, and controls.
• Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities):

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 3 years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license or higher.
• Experience troubleshooting and performing preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment including motor controls, control valves, programmable logic controllers, and control instrumentation.
• Willing and able to work outside at heights, and in hot or cold weather conditions.
• Willing and able to work overtime and on-callas required; willing and able to adhere to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.
• Willing and capable of wearing a respirator as required; willing and able tolift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience reading technical drawings, schematics, and interpreting OEM manuals.
• Experience performing instrument calibrations.
• Knowledge of industrial test equipment.
• Experience and/or knowledge of programming and troubleshooting Honeywell Experion or other Distributed Control Systems.
• Experience troubleshooting AC and DC motors & drives, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and tuning control loops.
• Experience with Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and related electrical equipment up to 480V.
• Experience with computer operating systems, networks, and electronic information handling.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Experience with electrical one line drawings, process & instrumentation diagrams, cable schedules, functional descriptions, I/O lists, and other related electrical and controls documents.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, clickHERE .

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.