Industrial Maintenance Technician

Knauf Insulation; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision on day one

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Knauf Insulation North America is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to keep our plant running safely and efficiently. You will install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical power distribution, motor controls, PLCs, and process control loops.

The role requires five years in heavy industrial maintenance, strong safety practices, and the ability to work overtime as needed. Join a team committed to quality, safety, and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• OSHA Powered Industrial Vehicle license required.
• Minimum five years of heavy industrial maintenance experience.
• Proficient in reading English and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety culture by following safe work practices and coaching others.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical power distribution and motor control equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Coordinate downtime with production leadership and requisition parts as needed.
• Document work performed in logs and communicate across shifts.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; ensure tools and equipment are stored properly.
• Provide overtime and occasional shift coverage as required.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC & control systems

Three-phase power

Lockout/tagout safety

Education

High school diploma

OSHA Powered Industrial Vehicle license

Tools

PLC programming software

Electrical schematics (P&IDs)

Job description

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We're committed to the whole you - your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision - starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A full-time work schedule that allows you to only work half the time!
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to keep our plant running safely and efficiently. In this role you will install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical power distribution (three-phase 480 V, 120 VAC, low-voltage DC), AC and DC motor controls, PLC and computer-based control systems, combustion equipment, and process control loops. You will diagnose equipment issues using software tools and test instruments, perform preventive maintenance, coordinate repairs and machine downtime with production, requisition parts, and document and communicate across shifts. A safety-first mindset (including lockout/tagout compliance), high-quality workmanship, strong housekeeping, and reliability with overtime and occasional shift coverage are essential.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety by consistently following safe work practices and coaching teammates to do the same.
• Adhere to lockout/tagout procedures; stay current on plant safety requirements; actively participate in department and plant safety meetings.
• Install conduit, wiring, and equipment with a high level of craftsmanship and professionalism.
• Read and interpret electrical power distribution schematics, control diagrams, ladder logic, and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot AC and DC motor control equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair three-phase 480 V power distribution systems, 120 VAC control circuits, and low-voltage DC control systems.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs and computer-based control systems.
• Diagnose production equipment issues using computer skills, software tools, and test instruments.
• Maintain and troubleshoot combustion systems, including gas trains, automatic control valves, and other gas-fired equipment.
• Understand, maintain, and repair process control loops.
• Assess equipment condition; plan and coordinate repairs and machine downtime with production leadership.
• Proactively requisition parts and materials to support continuous plant operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled and as needed; document work performed.
• Communicate maintenance issues across shifts to ensure continuity of operations; read and record notes in Maintenance and Production logbooks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; ensure tools, equipment, and supplies are properly stored throughout the shift and before breaks, meals, and end-of-day.
• Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time and working required hours, including mandatory overtime; provide occasional shift coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current OSHA Certified Powered Industrial Vehicle operator license.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance experience with mechanical equipment in a heavy industrial environment.
• Must have exhibited excellent attendance in prior work history and be committed to maintaining such attendance. This is a key qualification, due to the unusual nature of the operation.

To perform this job successfully, individuals must demonstrate the following:

• Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions.
• Must be able to sufficiently read, write, and understand English.

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.