Maintenance Technician - Electrical/PLC Lead

amcor; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor in Kentucky seeks a Maintenance Journeyman to diagnose and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems on production machines. You will lead technicians in the supervisor's absence and drive improvements with the Engineering team.

The ideal candidate brings strong electrical/PLC skills, mechanical knowledge, and a responsible, collaborative work approach. Safety and training are emphasized in this role.

Qualifications

• Able to work independently and with others.
• Exceptional Electrical and PLC skills. Knowledge on mechanical systems.
• Able to accept responsibility for work performed.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills.
• Dependable and motivated.
• Good past work experience.
• Journeyman papers or equivalent technical degree preferred.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to work at heights (with or without fall protection). Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms and horns on forklifts.
• Stereoptic vision of 20/40 or better and peripheral vision of 70 degrees or greater and ability to read 10-12 point font at a distance of 12-18 inches. Ability to complete an "Isihara" color vision test.
• Ability to lift 45 pounds at a minimum of ten times per hour.
• Ability to lift 45 pounds over shoulder height a minimum of ten times per hour.
• Able to work in extremes of heat/cold.
• Able to work independently in a potentially isolated area of the building.
• Verbal communication adequate to use a radio and or paging system to contact other co-workers in other areas of the complex.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Engineering team on continues improvements in their production area.
• Inspect and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, electrical an d mechanical systems on machines.
• Direct the Maintenance Journeyman or Maintenance Apprentice in absence of GL .
• Be technical lead in high priority breakdowns.
• Stay cognizant of all work performed on assigned machines and machine performance.
• Assist GL in disciplinary matters of personnel within group .
• Maintain neat and orderly appearance of shop areas and machines.
• Seek training to stay current with job requirements.
• Assume control of machine when a situation arises which has potential for personal in jury or rapid deterioration of machine.
• Insure a safe and healthy work environment for department personnel.

Skills

Electrical skills

PLC skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Independent work

Troubleshooting

Dependable

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Journeyman papers or equivalent technical degree

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Amcor in Kentucky seeks a Maintenance Journeyman to diagnose and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems on production machines. You will lead technicians in the supervisor's absence and drive improvements with the Engineering team.

The ideal candidate brings strong electrical/PLC skills, mechanical knowledge, and a responsible, collaborative work approach. Safety and training are emphasized in this role.