Industrial Electrician

ZipRecruiter; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in metal packaging is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician for their state-of-the-art facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems, requiring expertise in PLC troubleshooting, conduit installation, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment, tackling challenges in production support and preventive maintenance. Join a forward-thinking firm that values integrity, quality, and continuous innovation, and contribute to groundbreaking packaging solutions that set new industry standards.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as an Industrial Electrician in manufacturing.
• Ability to read industrial electrical schematics and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with mechanical personnel to solve complex problems.

Skills

Industrial Electrician Experience

Conduit Running and Bending

Safety PPE Knowledge

480VAC Bus Plugs Experience

PLC Troubleshooting

Complex Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork in Manufacturing

Tools

Multimeter

Analog/Digital Megohmmeter

Scissor Lifts

Boom Lifts

Rockwell Automation Software

Job description

AT DS CONTAINERS, THESE ARE OUR CORE VALUES:

Integrity with all our investors, employees, suppliers, and customers. Customer on the part of every employee. Quality designed into our process and practiced in everything we do. The use of technology to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction and control costs. Continuous innovation in our process and products. Teamwork across all functions to achieve a winning attitude and culture.

DS Containers is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to work 2nd OR 3rd shift in our Batavia manufacturing facility.

Hours: 5 days, 8 hours, including either Saturday or Sunday, 2pm-10pm or 10pm-6am. It switches every week. We are willing to pay for the right candidate!

Industrial Electrician Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years’ experience as an Industrial Electrician in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with running and bending conduit (EMT and Rigid, up to 1”)
• Experience with safety PPE, arc flash, lockout/tagout
• Experience with 480VAC Bus plugs and Busway systems
• Familiarity with Ethernet and DeviceNet protocol for machine device communication (PLC to drives, HMI, Remote I/O…)
• Must have own basic tool set (multimeter, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire strippers, pliers, cutters, etc.)
• Must be able to read industrial electrical schematics for diagnosing machine issues and panel wiring
• Must understand and use all functions of basic electrical multimeters
• Experience with using an analog or digital megohmmeter for testing motor insulation
• Experience with using scissor lifts and/or boom lifts
• Experience with installing VFDs and setting parameters referencing an existing system
• Experience with HMIs (knowledge of Rockwell Automation software, FactoryTalk View Studio, is a plus)
• Must have experience with installing 24VDC sensors, such as proximity, photo-electric, limit switches, and other instruments, including pressure/vacuum transducers
• Ability to work with 3-phase motors, inverter and servo drives. AC and DC control circuit troubleshooting ability
• Willingness to collaborate with mechanical personnel to solve problems together
• A good understanding of PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley and Omron, with the ability to connect to the PLC and troubleshoot the logic
• PLC programming abilities would be a plus
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Complex problem-solving skills are needed
• Must work well in a team-oriented manufacturing environment, working on installation projects as well as production support and preventive maintenance

Company Description:

DS Containers is the newest name in metal packaging. In our state-of-the-art plant in Batavia, Illinois, we produce a two-piece polymer-coated steel can - the first consumer package of its kind in the United States. Using proprietary technology developed by our partner, Daiwa Can Company of Japan, our new, modern container is available for a variety of product applications.