PURPOSE OF THE JOB: 

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and Electrical Expeditor, the Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting and repair of Plant injection and stretch blow molding machines, auxiliary production equipment (UV printers, hot leaf printers, assembly machines, bagger machines, carton erectors, stretch wrapping units, material handling conveying equipment), and Plant systems (chilled water systems, dehumidification systems, vacuum material delivery system, etc.).  Perform machinery and systems repairs using electrical blueprints.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Performs all tasks necessary to operate equipment according to procedure.
• Actively communicates with coworkers – key items within the plant environment on safety, quality, maintenance, production and continuous improvement.
• Follows work instructions as needed and may be asked to write, revise and train others to those instructions.
• Must be able to work from design sketches, drawings and verbal instructions.
• Provide input for modifications/new designs for continuous improvement.
• Performs root cause analysis when problems arise to determine if actions can be taken immediately or appropriate personnel need to be called.
• Maintains 5S environment in work area.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently, or up to 80 pounds in team-lift scenario.
• Adheres to plant and corporate safety policies.
• May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by fluctuating business needs.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Must pass Maintenance Selection Index.
• Possesses well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of three (3) years industrial electrical experience OR two (2) years education (certificate) in Industrial Electricity.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code.
• Ability to read prints, understand and troubleshoot Plant production equipment.
• Maintains positive team environment.
• Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Possesses good math skills.
• Understand function of various plant systems.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Additional information

Starting rate $34.75 with increases up to $35.75.  Also, shift difference $2.00 per hour for both afternoon and midnight shifts.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and 401(k) plan with company match.  Company also sponsors cookouts, annual picnic and Christmas dinner.