Press Maintenance Electrician- Y Shift

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

ESOP shares

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing seeks an experienced Industrial Electrician for our Kansas City, MO plant. The role installs, tests, and maintains electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will diagnose issues, ensure safety and code compliance, and mentor apprentices while following blueprints and local codes. We value safety, ownership, and teamwork, with benefits including ESOP shares, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) match, and competitive paid

Qualifications

• High School diploma and four years of industrial electrician experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English to perform duties safely.
• State Licensed Electrician / Journeyman Card (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures per codes.
• Diagnose malfunctions, locate causes, and correct problems using test equipment.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers and transformers; inspect for hazards and code compliance.
• Direct and train apprentices; prepare sketches or follow blueprints for wiring layouts.
• Use power tools and testing devices (oscilloscopes, ammeters, test lamps) to repair systems.
• Perform emergency support with floodlights and generators as needed.

Skills

Electrical safety

Reading blueprints

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Power tools

Job description

Who We Are:

Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

Who We Want:

This position is responsible for plant layout, alterations, additions and /or repairs of electrical systems, light fixtures, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the building.

What You’ll Do:

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools consistent with local and national codes. Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. Maintain current state electrical license to meet governmental regulations. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes Direct and train apprentices to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Run conduit inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications. Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects. Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services. Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators, placing flares, and driving needed vehicles.

When and Where:

This will be a Y Shift / 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM F-S position located at our Plant in Kansas City, MO.

What You Need to Have:

High School diploma or equivalent, plus four years of experience as an industrial electrician (required). Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications. State Licensed Electrician / Journeyman Card holder (preferred). Minimum of three years' experience working in and/or servicing manufacturing environments as an Industrial Electrician (required).

Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered! We’re excited to offer a range of awesome benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options, an Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, a Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off. Please note, while these benefits are part of what we offer, they may not all apply to this specific role. The details shared in this job description are intended to give you a general idea, but duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, with or without notice. And of course, we’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to help individuals with disabilities succeed in their role.