Skilled Trades Electrician 2nd Shift

Thai Summit America Corporation; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America Corporation in Howell, Michigan seeks a Skilled Trades Electrician for the 2nd shift. The Press Maintenance Electrician will troubleshoot, maintain, repair and optimize electrical, electromechanical and electronic systems on stamping presses to maximize equipment availability and safety in a fast-paced automotive environment.

You will diagnose and reprogram PLCs (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens), operate HMI systems, VFDs and servo drives, perform preventive maintenance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and machine maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and pneumatic/hydraulic schematics.
• Direct experience working with mechanical/hydraulic press controls, press safety blocks, light curtains, die protection sensors, and automation feeders.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain large presses and press systems across multiple platforms/generations.
• Diagnose and reprogram PLCs (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens), HMI systems, VFDs, and servo drives.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) on machine/equipment.
• Maintain adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash (NFPA 70E), machine guarding, and OSHA/OHSA regulations.
• Provide support in supplying quality parts; collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Production.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

PLC programming

HMI systems

VFDs

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Are you a hard working individual with a positive attitude? We’d love to meet you. Let’s talk!!

Since 1987, Thai Summit America has built a strong stamping and assembly operation in the United States. Our success is attributable to our talented Associates who are committed to a tradition of excellence and craftsmanship.

Our Mission

The mission of the Human Resources Department is to provide Associate services and programs aimed at attracting and retaining satisfied, quality Associates to continuously improve Thai Summit America Corporation’s competitive edge. These efforts are guided by equity and fairness for the benefit of all Associates and the company. We value diversity. Our workforce is comprised of many cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds and abilities.

Thai Summit America Corporation’s careers include Sales, Administration, Engineering, Production, Skilled Trades, Finance, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Information Technology and Human Resources. Associate development and career ambitions are important to Thai Summit Group, and developing employees in the context of changing business needs will help us stay competitive into the future.

At Will Employer. EEOC. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Current Michigan Job Listings

Position: Skilled Trades Electrician 2nd Shift

Location: Howell, MI

Job Id: 348

# of Openings: 2

Skilled Trades Electrician 2nd Shift

Primary Job Function:

The Press Maintenance Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and optimizing all electrical, electromechanical, and electronic systems across stamping presses. This role ensures maximum equipment availability, safety compliance, and continuous production in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Press & Stamping Systems: Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain large presses, including press automation, transfer systems, coil lines, un-coilers, and straighteners – Across multiple platforms/generations of equipment.
• Diagnose and reprogram PLCs (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens), HMI systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and servo drives to maintain smooth production flow
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) on machine/equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash safety standards (NFPA 70E), machine guarding, and OSHA/OHSA regulations.
• Provide support in supplying quality parts for customers
  • Work on problem solving teams
  • Work with Production Engineering
  • Work with Quality Assurance
  • Work with Production
• Perform systematic troubleshooting on complex electrical faults (circuitry, sensors, safety relays, interlocks, and industrial networks
• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 – 5 years’ manufacturing experience with full range of operations, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics and machine maintenance
• Experienced in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical principle, systems, troubleshooting and repair: robotics, PLC and assisted automation, mechanical handling systems, and understands ladder logic.
• Direct experience working with mechanical/hydraulic press controls, press safety blocks, light curtains, die protection sensors, and automation feeders.
• Ability to read and interpret complex industrial electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and pneumatic/hydraulic schematics.

Training Requirements or Equivalents:

• ERP System Training

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements:

• Frequent lifting of up to 25 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting, climbing, carrying, pulling, griping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping and reaching throughout the work day
• Hand and eye coordination
• Ability to sit stand and walk for extended periods of time (8 hours or more)
• Ability to use a phone and computer keyboard
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Passport
• Travel within the US and Canada up to 50%
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment

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