Journeyman Elec Automation Spc

Ardagh Glass Ltd.; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ardagh Group in California seeks an Electrician Automation Specialist to maintain and upgrade electrical systems across the facility. You will perform repairs, inspections, and new installations on all machinery, requiring access to equipment and standing for long periods.

This role requires PLC troubleshooting, wiring, and the ability to read drawings and specifications. You’ll work in a loud environment with varying temperatures while following safety protocols to keep production flowing.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial control, lighting, and wiring.
• Must be able to analyze drawings and specifications.
• PLC and PC knowledge required.
• Experience with 480V power systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Experience in industrial control A/C & D/C, lighting, wiring, 480V power.
• Troubleshoot PLC coding using RS Logix and Automation Builder.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to resolve electrical needs.
• Plan and perform work on energized circuits and installs.
• Plan, perform soldering repairs, installation, calibration of thermocouple/pyrometer systems.

Skills

Industrial control

PLC experience

Electrical wiring

Safety compliance

Stand for 8 hours

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

RSLogix

Automation Builder

Job description

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The Electrician Automation Specialist is responsible for all electrical work and maintenance throughout the facility.This involves repairs, inspections, and new installations on all machinery. This position requires being able to access machines to perform repairs, requiring at times, bending, stooping, kneeling and the manual manipulation of tools and equipment. The work area is loud and can be hot and cold at time. The use of stairs and ladders is common. Most all work is done on your feet and very little work requires sitting.

Responsibilities:

• Experience in industrial control a/c & d/c, lighting, wiring, single and three phase 480 power.
• Knowledge and experience to write and troubleshoot PLC Coding using RS Logix and/or Automation Builder is required.
• Must be able to analyze drawings and specifications.
• Receive and inspect wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications to resolve electrical needs
• Plan and perform work on energized circuits
• Connect all types of electrical equipment for new installations
• Plan and perform skilled soldering repairs, installation, and calibration of thermocouple and pyrometer-controlled systems

Minimum skills / qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• PLC and PC knowledge required.
• Experience in industrial control, lighting, and wiring
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours
• Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to work around machinery with moving parts
• Must be able to work around moving parts or vehicles
• Must be able to work around excessive noice, continuous
• Must be able to work around slippery and uneven walking surfaces such as climbing ladders and inclines.

Preferred skills / qualifications:

• Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) experience

Compensation

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is $51.02 an hour. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

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 our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 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.