Industrial Electrician

ArdaghGroup; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and vis

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Company 401(k) match

Paid holidays and vacation

STD/LTD

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apprenticeship programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking a qualified Electrician for our Bridgeton, NJ facility. The role covers electrical work, maintenance, and new installations across all machinery, with a $41.25 hourly rate on rotating 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.

You will inspect diagrams, repair motors and control gear, and ensure safe operation of production systems. Applicants should be a Journeyman Electrician with industrial experience, able to stand all day and lift up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Electrician with industrial experience.
• Experience in industrial control, lighting and wiring.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours and lift 20 pounds.
• Preferred exposure to PLCs, SCADA and CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, calibrate, and inspect electrical devices, equipment, and circuits in the plant.
• Receive and inspect wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications to resolve electrical needs.
• Repair or replace faulty motors, switches, control panels, circuit breakers, control devices, batching systems, control instrumentation, and other plant electrical/electronic equipment.
• Plan and perform work on energized circuits.
• Measure, cut, bend, and install fittings, switches, controls, fixtures, and wires.
• Connect all types of electrical equipment for new installations.
• Plan and perform skilled soldering repairs, installation, and calibration of thermocouple and pyrometer-controlled systems.
• Conduct system and equipment inspections to ensure they meet operational standards and safety regulations.
• Ensure proper and safe operation of all production machine systems.
• Communicate and work with Plant Engineering Manager, Maintenance Supervisors, Production Supervisors, Scheduler, and production staff.
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies/programs within department responsibilities.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper use of PPE and ensuring the compressor room is compliant with safety and environmental standards.
• Respond to emergency repair requests and minimize downtime in critical operational periods.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman Electrician experience

Industrial control, lighting, wiring

Stand 8 hours

Lift 20 pounds

Ability to work rotating shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

SCADA systems

CMMS

Job description

Role description

The Electrician is responsible for all electrical work and maintenance throughout the facility. This involves repairs, inspections, and new installations on all machinery. Compensation and Schedule: $41.25 hourly rate Rotating 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, calibrate, and inspect electrical devices, equipment, and circuits in the plant
• Receive and inspect wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications to resolve electrical needs
• Repair or replace faulty motors, switches, control panels circuit breakers, control devices, batching systems, control instrumentation, and other plant electrical and electronic equipment
• Plan and perform work on energized circuits
• Measure, cut, bend, and install fittings, switches, controls fixtures, and wires
• Connect all types of electrical equipment for new installations
• Plan and perform skilled soldering repairs, installation, and calibration of thermocouple and pyrometer-controlled systems
• Conduct system and equipment inspections to ensure they meet operational standards and safety regulations
• Ensure proper and safe operation of all production machine systems
• Communicate and work with Plant Engineering Manager, Maintenance Supervisors, Production Supervisors, Scheduler, and production staff
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies/programs within department responsibilities
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper use of PPE and ensuring the compressor room is compliant with safety and environmental standards
• Respond to emergency repair requests and minimize downtime in critical operational periods
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum skills / qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman level Electrician experience
• Experience in industrial control, lighting, and wiring
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours
• Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds

Preferred skills / qualifications

• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Compensation

The anticipated starting pay rate for this role is $41.25 per hour.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.

Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?

Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?

Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join us, you'll enjoy the journey!

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 25% match of the first 5% and 50% of the next 5% you contribute
• Separate 401(k) employer contribution each payroll period of $2.05 per compensated hours worked, up to 2,080 hours in a calendar year
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law. Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Contact Kelly Molloy ([e-mail]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.