Technician, Electronic

Southwire Company; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan (PPA

Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement & Professional Growth

More

Job summary

Southwire Company LLC in Heflin, AL is seeking an Electronic Technician to support manufacturing operations by maintaining electronic equipment and ensuring reliable production lines.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, fault analysis, and the use of PLC logic programming to troubleshoot and repair electronic and motor control systems. Candidates should have a strong electronics background, read schematics, and be proficient with CMMS and Office tools.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required; technical degree preferred.
• Strong electronic background and problem-solving skills.
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Office, CMMS, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices.
• Must be capable of handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methods.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, conveyor systems and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic and AC/DC motors and controls.
• Perform fault analysis on relay logic and motor control circuits.
• Access and use PLC logic programming to troubleshoot equipment.
• Replace identified failed parts and adjust equipment to spec.
• Maintain maintenance data and historical records.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read schematics

PLC programming

Microsoft Office

CMMS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Multimeter/Oscilloscope

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Heflin, AL

Shift: 6p-2a

Pay Rate:$43.23- $45.68

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
As a Electronic Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of electronic equipment maintenance with focus on reliability. Ensure sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Electronic Technician will also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school graduate or equivalent is required. Technical degree preferred.
Strong electronic background
Must have computer skills (Microsoft Office, CMMS, Excel, etc.)
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals.
Understand manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment.
Must be familiar with normal test equipment such as multimeters/oscilloscopes.
Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices.
Must be capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work in a high speed, fast-paced environment.
Must pass written and hands-on certification tests.

PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies.
Routine maintenance including but not limited to field fault analysis, calibration of instrumentation using proper test equipment, component replacement, alignment and calibration to specification.
Troubleshoot and repair various equipment to include electronic, digital equipment and AC/DC motors & controls.
Fault analysis of hard-wired relay logic, motor control circuits, motor power circuits (single & 3 phase) and common utility/lighting circuits.
Access and use PLC logic programming to troubleshoot production equipment.
Replacement of identified failed parts or components.
Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications.
Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior.
Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system.
Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to determine establish historical records and future maintenance requirements.

QUALITY:
Maintain an attitude of learning to stay current with maintenance procedures and equipment.
Complete annual Maintenance Skills Assessment

SAFETY:
Report all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions, immediately to the supervisor.
Must follow prescribed safety procedures to prevent injury and maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire plant.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Ability to meet the physical requirements of working safely in an industrial maintenance environment.
Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.