Night-Shift Electromechanical & PLC Technician

Westlake Chemical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electromechanical Technician position at Westlake focuses on performing facility PLC work on all manufacturing equipment, including installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair. It also covers mechanical and electrical tasks as assigned within a fast-paced facility, with night shifts and safety compliance as a priority.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate's Degree in Electronics with 3+ years of electronics experience, and possess 3-phase, 480V power expertise, plus knowledge of

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent with 3+ years of practical electronics experience.
• Experience with blending and extrusion equipment preferred.
• Electrical and Mechanical background; 3 phase, 480v power experience required.
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights.
• Knowledge of 5S and lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics, repair and installation.
• Modify advanced A/B PLC logic program.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits.
• Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface.
• Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation.
• Troubleshoot/program/specify motor drives.
• Maintain/service plant switchgear.
• Maintain a running log on barrel and screw inventory, changes, history and throughput.
• Comply with safety rules and company policies.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree in Electronics

Tools

PLC hardware

Job description

The Electromechanical Technician position at Westlake focuses on performing facility PLC work on all manufacturing equipment, including installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair. It also covers mechanical and electrical tasks as assigned within a fast-paced facility, with night shifts and safety compliance as a priority.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate's Degree in Electronics with 3+ years of electronics experience, and possess 3-phase, 480V power expertise, plus knowledge of