Industrial Electrician

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with employer match

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Electrician to support plant operations in Keasbey, NJ. You will repair and maintain production lines, extruders, and auxiliary equipment, performing electrical troubleshooting, wiring, and testing to ensure reliable operation.

The role requires strong mechanical knowledge, the ability to diagnose issues on PLC/HMI/VFD systems, and a commitment to preventive maintenance. Direct-hire with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years hands on electrical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge & skills.
• Ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective measures.
• Ability to troubleshoot de-energized/live circuits, PLC, HMI, VFD, Controls, Motors, and Sensors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wiring and designing of circuits.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, troubleshoot and review machinery and equipment problems looking to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in changeovers, ensuring efficient & correct execution
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on equipment and machines
• Operate and test equipment electrically and mechanically for performance and determine if repairs and scheduled maintenance are successful and ensures longevity of the repair.
• Perform work requiring a thorough working knowledge of electrical principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation, and application of equipment
• Install, wire, or re-wire electrical devices, such as; contractors, overloads, photo eyes, solenoid valves, motors, relays, VFD's and heaters bands.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics/blueprints

Diagnosis of equipment issues

Wiring & circuits

Tools

PLC

HMI

VFDs

Motors & Drives

Job description

Plastipak is looking for a skilled and motivated Industrial Electrician to support plant operations. This role focuses on repair and maintaining the Production Lines, Extruders, and Auxiliary equipment associated with production lines. Electrical troubleshooting, motors, chillers, conveyors, grinders, boilers, and any other equipment installed within Plastipak.

Job Title: Industrial Electrician
Location: Keasbey, NJ
Pay: $35+/hr
Shift: 1st 6:30AM-3PM Mon-Fri

What’s in it for you:

Direct Hire: Long-Term placement that offers 401k, PTO & medical benefits

Advancement: We promote from within, and foster employee growth

What you’ll be doing as an Industrial Electrician:

• Investigate, troubleshoot and review machinery and equipment problems looking to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in changeovers, ensuring efficient & correct execution
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on equipment and machines
• Operate and test equipment electrically and mechanically for performance and determine if repairs and scheduled maintenance are successful and ensures longevity of the repair.
• Perform work requiring a thorough working knowledge of electrical principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation, and application of equipment
• Install, wire, or re-wire electrical devices, such as; contractors, overloads, photo eyes, solenoid valves, motors, relays, VFD's and heaters bands.

Qualifications for an Industrial Electrician:

• Minimum of 3 years hands on electrical experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical knowledge & skills
• Ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective measures
• Ability to troubleshoot de-energized/live circuits, PLC, HMI, VFD, Controls, Motors, and Sensors
• Demonstrated knowledge of wiring and designing of circuits (required)
• Experience reading schematics/blueprints

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• *Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com