Maintenance Electrician

Acme-Manufacturing-Company-Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Acme Manufacturing Company, a leader in robotic surface finishing, seeks an Electrician to maintain and repair plant automation including PLCs and electrical systems. Strong reading of electrical prints and the ability to interpret hydraulics and pneumatics are essential.

Candidates should have experience with AC/DC motors, controls, instrumentation, and be able to work overtime during busy periods. A strong safety mindset and knowledge of 5S/Lean practices are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in system automation, controls and equipment maintenance is required.
• H.S. Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in the Electrical field including AC/DC motors, circuits and PLC logic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs per diagnosed deficiencies.
• Read electrical prints/schematics and interpret hydraulics/pneumatics drawings.
• Install conduit, wiring, and termination; startup and troubleshooting.
• Follow safety guidelines, 5S and Lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial controls

Print reading

AC/DC motors

PLCs basics

Safety & PPE

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Test instrumentation tools

Multimeter

Voltage tester

Job description

Acme Manufacturing Company has been a trailblazer in surface finishing automation since its founding in 1910. Over four generations, the Carlson family has continuously owned and operated the company, spearheading innovations across more than 20 global industries. As the leading robotic integrator in the surface finishing sector, Acme nurtures a family-oriented culture rooted in values that drive our technology-centric approach.

We invite talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Grow with us and discover the limitless opportunities Acme Manufacturing offers in the robotic surface finishing field.

Acme Mission

Our mission is to be a world-class organization that provides innovative and cost-effective automation solutions for everyday material removal and surface finishing challenges. Our culture emphasizes strong relationships, safety, quality, technology, and profitability. By partnering with our customers from project inception to factory floor production, we create significant advantages for both our employees and our valued customers.

The Electrician will ensure that work is in accordance with state/local codes, complies with all safety regulations, company policies and follows all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Works in conjunction with others to maintain the robotic and automated production equipment across the organization to include PLCs and related pneumatic, mechanical and electrical equipment.

Essential Functions

Specific duties of the Electrician include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Capable/knowledgeable in using all tools and instruments used for Plant Maintenance in a safe manner.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Capable of performing electrical and mechanical repairs per diagnosed deficiencies.
• Full working knowledge of Electrical print reading/revision.
• Ability to interpret drawings for hydraulics, pneumatics and tool/equipment design.
• Work with AC/DC circuits, electrical energy distribution, motors, starters, frequency drives, electrical panel/boxes, fuses, IEC components, 120V-480V lighting, grounding, etc.
• Installation of electrical conduit, wiring, termination, including startup and troubleshooting.
• Ability to design and build mounting brackets / plates for different types of electrical and junction boxes
• Able to construct rigging (chains, straps, chockers, etc.) and move equipment in a precise, safe and orderly manner as directed by management.
• Participate in activities associated to 5S, Lean Manufacturing, SMED and other progressive manufacturing concepts and programs.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Must be able to work extended daily overtime and/or weekends required as needed.
• Must have related experience in the fields of: system automation, controls and general equipment maintenance (actual hands-on work experience in any or all of these fields is a plus)
• H.S. Diploma and/or GED required
• Must have experience in the Electrical field, which would include (but is not limited to): AC/DC motors, circuits, controls, testing/instrumentation tools, basic PLC logic and troubleshooting, as well as mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and processes.
• Entrance exam (knowledge test) which will be administered onsite
• Visual Color Discrimination--the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to move freely through the manufacturing facility and between buildings.
• The employee is required to wear mandatory PPE and follow documented safety guidelines while performing the duties of this job, as they will be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, sharp objects and industrial chemicals used in the manufacturing of metal products.
• The employee is regularly exposed to high noise and dusty environments.

Working Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to move freely through the manufacturing facility and between buildings.
• The employee is required to wear mandatory PPE and follow documented safety guidelines while performing the duties of this job, as they will be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, sharp objects and industrial chemicals used in the manufacturing of metal products.
• The employee is regularly exposed to high noise and dusty environments.

Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM
50 hour work weeks are mandatory during busy months 6:30AM - 4:00PM