Journeyman Electrician - 2nd & 3rd Shift

ProAmpac; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

ProAmpac in Battle Creek, MI, is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to join our Maintenance team. You will respond to trouble calls on industrial equipment and perform electrical and electronic repairs, installations, and adjustments to equipment used in flexible packaging production.

The ideal candidate has an electrical license for Michigan, 2–4 years in manufacturing, and solid knowledge of NEC, PLCs, and drives. Shift options and OT may apply; rate is $42.84 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must hold MI electrical license.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience with similar equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industrial electrical equipment/methods.
• Understanding of PLC operation and wiring.
• Proficient with testing equipment and oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Respond to trouble calls and repair industrial equipment.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Coordinate projects with mechanics, technicians, and operators to minimize downtime.
• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain CMMS records and ensure documentation compliance.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Suggest continuous improvement ideas.

Skills

Electrical license

Manufacturing experience

NEC knowledge

PLC operation

Solid-state knowledge

Electronic troubleshooting

AC/DC drives

Control wiring

Oscilloscope

Frequency drives

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Description

ProAmpac in Battle Creek, MI, is seeking an experienced industrial Journeyman Electrician to join our talented Maintenance team. ProAmpac is a leading growing global flexible packaging company delivering innovative solutions to customers worldwide guided by our core values, Impact, Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. We are committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Rate: $42.84 USD per hour

Position Summary

• In this role, you would primarily be responsible for responding to trouble calls on industrial equipment while performing moderate to complex electrical and electronic repairs, installations and adjustments to industrial printing, laminating, slitting, and auxiliary equipment used in the manufacture of Flexible Packaging in our facility. Our maintenance team consists of maintenance mechanics and electricians who work together to maintain and repair our production equipment.

Essential Duties And Tasks

• Analyze machine error messages, test results, and operator observations to diagnose equipment problems.
• Interpret technical documentation such as wiring diagrams, elementary schematics, ladder diagrams and logic diagrams.
• Coordinate projects and responsibilities with skilled trades (mechanics, Technicians, Operators, etc.) to minimize downtime of equipment.
• Perform predictive and preventive equipment maintenance.
• Work within the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS):
• Troubleshoot on designated industrial equipment, PLC, Drive, control systems and department machine centers
• Use the CMMS system for managing work worders and backlog/documentation, ensure compliance to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
• Maintain necessary record keeping for equipment maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment suitable for the food packaging industry.
• Suggest ideas to support continuous improvement in all areas of the Company.

Skill & Experiences

• Possession of an electrical license issued by the State of Michigan or Township .
• Experience 2 to 4 years in a manufacturing environment with the same or similar equipment, components
• Knowledge of current National Electrical Code and industrial electrical equipment & methods.
• Understanding of PLC Operation and Wiring.
• Advanced knowledge of solid-state components, their uses and theory.
• Documented experience with electronic board trouble-shooting and repair, AC/DC drive troubleshooting and repair and preventative maintenance of industrial electrical/electronic equipment.
• Control wiring Troubleshooting Skills.
• Ability to use testing equipment related to industrial electronics.
• Ability to work with Oscilloscope and navigate Panel Views.
• Frequency Drive Knowledge.

ProAmpac Perks (Benefits)

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Wage

• $42.84 per hour after completion of 120 days
• Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
• Shift Incentive when working weekends

Shift

• 2 nd shift is 3pm - 11am
• 3 rd shift is 11pm - 7am
• *Mandatory OT may be required at the discretion of management including some weekend

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Job Category: Maintenance Full-Time