Senior Instrument and Electricians Technician

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.; Fowlerville (MI); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Instrument and Electronics Technician to join the maintenance team.

The role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance of processing and plant support equipment, including extruders, air and water systems, and motor controls, with a safety-first mindset. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of related work experience (or 7 years with a high school diploma), valid license, and strong PLC/VFD skills to troubleshoot 480V systems and

Qualifications

• Preferred: Technical school training or equivalent with 5 years related work experience.
• Minimum: High school diploma with 7 years related work experience.
• Valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Follow APNA safety guidelines; plan safety into projects and tasks.
• Continuously work to improve the safety and efficiency of operations.
• Preventative Maintenance and repair of all processing and support equipment.
• Document repairs / PM’s with eMaintenance system.
• Operate PIV equipment (forklifts, scissor lift, articulating boom truck, portable hoist, cherry picker, etc.).
• Interpret and update electrical drawings.
• Troubleshoot and maintain complex equipment controls systems up to 480v.
• Train other maintenance personnel on I&E systems and personal areas of expertise.
• Adhere to arc flash safety standards.
• Advanced Electrical and Mechanical Preventative Maintenance and repair of all processing and support equipment.

Skills

Advanced electrical troubleshooting

Program VFD systems

Interpret PLC and machine controls

Education

High school diploma

Technical school training or equivalent

Job description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Plastics North America where our products are used in a wide array of molding applications including automotive, consumer, electronics, furniture, and industrial parts and they provide excellent solutions for pressure vessels.

*Pay up to $45 an hour

We are seeking a Senior Instrument and Electronics Technician to work Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift, afternoon shift, 4pm to midnight (can be flexible with shift time, plus or minus an hour for start or end time) Training will be done on day shift.

This is a direct hire position with fantastic benefits.

We are committed to a safe working environment and seeking someone that appreciates and contributes to safety.

Job Overview

The Senior Instrument and Electronics Technician will have a solid electrical and mechanical maintenance background with responsibilities for all processing and plant support equipment including, but not limited to, extruders, compressed air systems, process water systems, plant vacuum systems, feeder systems, dust collection, and die exhaust systems. Troubleshoot and maintain complex electrical systems, including motor, feeder, and extrusion control systems, HMI’s and variable frequency drives.

Job Tasks

Perform instrumentation and electrical maintenance functions which include but are not limited to the following:

• Follow all APNA safety guidelines and procedures; plan safety into projects and tasks
• Continuously work to improve the safety and efficiency of operations
• Preventative Maintenance and repair of all processing and support equipment
• Demonstrates initiative by proactively addressing communications and other issues
• Works with contractors during equipment repairs and improvements
• Operate PIV equipment (forklifts, scissor lift, articulating boom truck, portable hoist, cherry picker, etc.)
• Document repairs / PM’s with eMaintenance system
• Maintain a clean and professional work area
• Functions with minimal supervision in a teamwork orientated environment
• Ability to interpret and update electrical drawings
• Troubleshoot and maintain complex equipment controls systems up to 480v
• Train other maintenance personnel on I&E systems and personal areas of expertise
• Adhere to arc flash safety standards
• Advanced Electrical and Mechanical Preventative Maintenance and repair of all processing and support equipment

Qualifications

• Preferred: Technical school training or equivalent with 5 years related work experience
• Minimum: High school diploma with 7 years related work experience
• Valid driver license

Required Skills

• Advanced electrical troubleshooting proficiency
• Program Variable frequency drive systems
• Interpret and edit PLC and machine controls systems

Work Environment / Physical Demands / Travel

Stands and walks most work hours Must be able to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend and twist in order to reach remote equipment

About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.

About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. Asahi Kasei Plastics is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. Our company encourages a dynamic employee culture focused on the pursuit of innovation. We challenge our employees to have fun and work hard when finding and making solutions for tomorrow's polymers. #LI-LH1

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.

Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career.

About Asahi Kasei

The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees.

Our People

Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions.