Industrial Electrician

Lakeside Book Company; Willard (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Uniforms & safety gear

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Willard, Missouri is looking for an Industrial Electrician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production machinery, printing presses, and automated packaging equipment. You will diagnose faults from blueprints and PLC programs (Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell), calibrate three‑phase motors and drives, and uphold rigorous safety standards.

A Journeyman card or an Associate Degree in Electrical Technology is highly valued, with a 3‑shift rotation and opportunities for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial production.
• Strong ability to read schematics and diagnose control panels.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, preferably Studio 5000/RSLogix.
• Journeyman card or Associate Degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production machinery, printing presses, and automated packaging equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults using blueprints, schematics, and software diagnostics.
• Navigate and troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell) to minimize downtime.
• Maintain, test, and calibrate three‑phase motors, AC/DC drives, sensors, and safety circuits.
• Follow rigorous safety protocols including LOTO and NFPA 70E compliance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Schematic reading

PLC troubleshooting

Education

Journeyman card or associate degree

Tools

Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell PLCs

Studio 5000/RSLogix

Job description

Our Safety Culture

The safety and health of our employees is this company's most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

Compensation & Premiums

• Starting Base Rate: $30.00 - $40.00/hour (Determined by industrial experience).
• Automation Skill Premium: Up to an additional $2.00/hour added directly to your base for proven PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, or automation platform proficiency.
• Shift Premium: +$2.00/hour for designated off shifts.

Why Join Lakeside Book Company?

• Exceptional Stability: Our maintenance department boasts an annual turnover rate of under 5%. Technicians choose Lakeside for long-term career security, a supportive team culture, and an environment free from high-burnout automotive assembly lines.
• Earn More for Your Expertise: We value advanced skill sets. Our tiered pay structure allows you to maximize your hourly rate through verified PLC and automation competencies.
• Invested in Your Growth: Want to advance your craft? We provide company-funded technical training and certifications for high-demand platforms like Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation.

Industrial Electrician

As an Industrial Electrician, you will:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production machinery, printing presses, automated packaging equipment, and building systems.
• Diagnoses and resolves electrical faults utilizing blueprints, schematics, and software diagnostics.
• Navigate and troubleshoot PLC systems (primarily Allen-Bradley/Rockwell) to minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain, test, and calibrate three-phase motors, AC/DC drives, sensors, and safety circuits.
• Practice rigorous safety protocols, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and compliance with NFPA 70E guidelines.

What We Look For

• Experience: 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience specifically within a manufacturing or industrial production environment.

• Technical Skills: Strong competency in reading schematics, using multi-meters, and diagnosing industrial control panels.
• Automation (Highly Preferred): Experience connecting to and troubleshooting via PLCs (Studio 5000 / RSLogix) pushes you directly into our senior wage tiers.
• Credentials: A formal Journeyman card or an Associate Degree in Electrical Technology is highly valued, but equivalent multi-year industrial work history is fully accepted.
• Schedule: Ability to work a 3-shift rotation and 12-hour shifts.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an aggressive company match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Company-provided uniforms, safety gear allowances, and tool insurance.
• Clean, well-lit, and structured manufacturing environment.

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company has been making books for over 150 years. Our books go into schools to educate children, land on the New York Times Best Sellers list to entertain our minds and go into bookstores to empower us to be better versions of ourselves every day. As the largest bookmaker in the United States, you will help craft books that end up in the hands of readers across the country.

Lakeside Book Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants on an equal basis, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.