Lead Electrical & PLC Technician - 2nd Shift

Kingspan Insulation; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Virginia is seeking a Maintenance Technician to enhance the efficiency of production equipment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive electrical knowledge, a valid electrical journeyman's license, and at least 10 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical systems, collaborating with teams, and adhering to safety protocols. Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years experience in manufacturing maintenance with significant electrical experience.
• Experience with business computer applications (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of production and safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maximize run time of production equipment.
• Diagnose, service, and repair electrical systems.
• Support and improve electrical systems plant-wide.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

PLC knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Active electrical journeyman's license

Tools

Electrical diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Forklifts

Job description

Summary Description

This position applies electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, electrical and mechanical testing procedures, engineering mathematics and related layout, build, test, troubleshoot and repair skills to maximize the run time of production equipment in the manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties

• Performs all work in a safe manner.
• Detects hazards, problems, and the need for service, repair and/or replacement of electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maximize run time of production equipment.
• Discusses improvement ideas with the engineering, maintenance team, and outside vendors on project work.
• Ownership and tracking of electrical based projects based on priority within the organization.
• Diagnose and service drives and program drives (both AC and DC).
• Supports as primary electronic and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technician for production.
• Understands PLC programs and all associated equipment; uses ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with a laptop.
• Performs work with appropriate electrical and mechanical tools as needed.
• Uses manufacturing experience to improve electrical systems plant wide.
• Repairs motor control, solid state and heating circuits as needed.
• Performs mechanical and electrical project work as needed.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains fire systems, lighting, utilities, HVAC, and related equipment as needed.
• Operates forklifts and other powered industrial equipment safely.
• Accepts direction from Production leadership for immediate production needs.
  
  

Shift: 8am - 4:30pm M-F

Hourly Range: $35.00-$38.00/hr

Summary Description

This position applies electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, electrical and mechanical testing procedures, engineering mathematics and related layout, build, test, troubleshoot and repair skills to maximize the run time of production equipment in the manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties

Essential duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs all work in a safe manner.
• Detects hazards, problems, and the need for service, repair and/or replacement of electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maximize run time of production equipment.
• Discusses improvement ideas with the engineering, maintenance team, and outside vendors on project work.
• Ownership and tracking of electrical based projects based on priority within the organization.
• Diagnose and service drives and program drives (both AC and DC).
• Supports as primary electronic and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technician for production.
• Understands PLC programs and all associated equipment; uses ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with a laptop.
• Performs work with appropriate electrical and mechanical tools as needed.
• Uses manufacturing experience to improve electrical systems plant wide.
• Repairs motor control, solid state and heating circuits as needed.
• Performs mechanical and electrical project work as needed.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains fire systems, lighting, utilities, HVAC, and related equipment as needed.
• Operates forklifts and other powered industrial equipment safely.
• Accepts direction from Production leadership for immediate production needs.
  
  

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Must have at least 10 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance with significant electrical experience; electrical qualification or industrial electronics education or certification strongly desired.

Must Have

• Experience with business computer applications (Microsoft Office). SAP or similar software experience preferred.
• Must have an active electrical journeyman's license
• Knowledge of production and safety policies and procedures, including lock-out/tag-out.
• Strong background using electrical diagnostic equipment, power tools, shop equipment, forklifts, aerial lifts and hand tools.
• Strong communication skills with production and senior management.
  
  

Must Be Able To

• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem solving ability.
• Work in a team based environment.
• Assists shift maintenance as needed in both electrical and mechanical roles.
• Work shift schedule, including overtime; fill in as shift maintenance, and may be assigned to other shifts as needed. Shift schedule may include late nights and weekends, both in plant and telephone support.
• Follow directions and get along well with others.
  
  

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to communicate orally and written in English.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures by using basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).

Reasoning Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Competencies – Individual Contributor

Adaptability

Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Adaptability supports our business driver of Driving Efficiency.

Customer Orientation

Placing the appropriate priority on the internal or external customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action; implementing service practices that meet the customers’ and own organization’s needs. Customer Orientation supports our business driver of Increasing Financial Performance.

Decision Making

Identifying and understanding challenges and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating, and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking action that is consistent with facts and optimizes probable consequences. Decision Making supports our business driver of Driving Efficiency. Earning Trust (Establishes Credibility for Earning Trust)

Gaining others’ confidence by acting with integrity, communicating transparently, and following through on commitments; treating others and their ideas with respect and supporting them when faced with challenges. Earning Trust supports our business driver of Building a High-Performance Culture.

Managing Work

Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Managing Work supports our business drivers of Executing a Competitive Strategy and Driving Efficiency.

Teamwork

Working cooperatively in partnership with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals. Teamwork supports our business driver of Building a High-Performance Culture.

Health & Safety

The ability to autonomously apply and adhere to health and safety protocols, contributing to the creation of a safe and secure work environment. Individuals with this competency are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting health and safety practices within their scope of work, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture that prioritizes the well-being of all employees.

All employees have the following compliance obligations:

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Product Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
  
  

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