Maintenance Electrical Technician

East Jordan Plastics; Lyons (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a Maintenance Electrical Technician to execute maintenance tasks and troubleshoot equipment. This role requires expertise in electrical systems, a strong safety focus, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in an industrial setting, with additional training being a plus.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Uniform and safety equipment provision

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance or equivalent.
• Familiar with Injection Molding, Thin Sheet Extrusion, Thermoforming processes.
• Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute equipment repairs and perform troubleshooting.
• Complete change-over of production tooling and initial process setup.
• Conduct electrical project work including equipment installation.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC

Servo Drive Systems

Print Reading

Analog industrial controls

Pneumatic system function

Hydraulic system function

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years industrial electrical maintenance experience

Trade/technical school completion

Job description

Position:Maintenance Electrical Technician

Location: Lyons, GA

Job Id:351

# of Openings:1

Essential Functions:

• Execute all job assignments in compliance with all Company Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Understand and demonstrate proper application of NFPA-70E and the Companies Electrical Safe Manual work practices
  • Act as a resource on-site for matters of Electrical Safe Work Practices
  • Consult with company resources as appropriate to answer technical questions related to Electrical Safe Work Practices
• Complete change-over of production tooling
• Complete initial production process set-up (following Master Process) to deliver a production line that is producing quality product at established cycle rate
• Execute unplanned equipment repairs as necessary during the change-over process or as otherwise assigned by Supervisor (troubleshooting, repairs, etc.)
  • Use electrical prints to diagnose and repair machine malfunction(s)
  • Access PLC Programs as necessary to diagnose and repair machine malfunction(s)
  • Access Machine Servo Drives as necessary to diagnose and repair machine malfunctions (via software of interface)
  • Understand and troubleshoot remote I/O system(s)
  • Understand remote access means (eWON, etc.) to work with vendors to support troubleshooting of downtime events on-line (remote support)
• Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
• Execute electrical project work as assigned. Projects may include:
  • Electrical Equipment Installation (Power Connection)
    • 120/208VAC Systems
    • 277/480VAC Systems
    • Proper sizing of piping, conductors, etc. per NEC
    • Consult with company electrical resources as necessary
  • Controls / Industrial panel wiring (modifications and updates)
  • Upgrades to equipment for operational improvements (controls modifications either via hard-wire or PLC)
  • PLC troubleshooting / program review
• In addition to electrical tasks, complete projects based on additional skill sets:
  • Fabrication
  • Basic carpentry
  • Plumbing / Pipe Installation (pneumatic, water, hydraulic, etc)
  • Lifting & Rigging / Machinery movement and installation
• Based on projects, repairs, or preventative maintenance tasks performed, provide feedback on correction actions and/or preventative measures to reduce equipment downtime or improve mean time between failure (Continuous Improvement)

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experienced in Industrial Electrical Maintenance or equivalent work experience(s):
  • PLC
  • Servo Drive Systems
  • Print Reading / modification(s)
  • Analog industrial controls (relay logic)
• Familiar with Injection Molding, Thin Sheet Extrusion, Thermoforming, and/or Die Trim processes and equipment
• Electrical troubleshooting and proper application of industrial electrical safe work practices (NFPA-70E trained)
• Experienced with Pneumatic system function and troubleshooting of equipment
• Experienced with Hydraulic system function and troubleshooting of equipment
• Ability to be a member of the team and support peers as necessary to share the assigned tasks

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3-5 yrs prior industrial electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing environment
• Familiar with Injection Molding, Sheet Extrusion, Thermoforming and/or Die Trimming processes
• Trade / technical school completion or ability to complete curriculum if requested
• Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License a plus but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking on concrete.
• Required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands/fingers, bend, kneel reach with hand and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be able to lift to up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Uniform, shoe/boot, and safety glasses program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance