Electrical Technician 1st/2nd

Description

Automation / Electrical Controls Technician

JOB SUMMARY*

This individual will play a critical hands-on role in troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical power and control systems of production equipment.

Conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing

Requirements

• Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Wiring [including 120/480 Volts]• Perform Troubleshooting, Preventive, and Ongoing Maintenance for Production Lines including Electrical Repairs, Replace Components such as: Motors and Motor Drives, Pumps, Sensors, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Transmissions, Make Adjustments keeping in mind Quality, Tolerances, and Order of Operations.• Ability to Work Safely and Independently while Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical and Controls Problems on all Equipment in Assigned Department.• Build and Modify Existing Electrical Controls Systems for Production Equipment including Physical Equipment• Demonstrate Understanding of Proper Safety Practices as it relates to Performing Work on Electrical Equipment (LOTO & ARC-FLASH)• Perform Regular Preventive Maintenance on Machines• Possess Specialized Skill Sets to Include: HMI, PLC, VFD, and Network Interfaces [Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Control Techniques]..• Understanding of Networks including Ethernet, DeviceNet, and/or Profinet.• Knowledge of Siemens S7 Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal.• Knowledge of Rockwell Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software.• Self-Motivated and Works Independently to Solve Problems and Implement Solutions.• Maintains Good Interpersonal Skills and Develops Good Working Relationships with Peers and all Levels of Management.• Ability to Maintain a Good Attendance Record.• Ensure that the Policies and Procedures of the Company are Followed.• Ability and Willingness to Work Scheduled On Weekend On-call Coverage• Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills• Must Have Own Tool

• Minimum 2 Year Technical Degree in Related Field• 3+ Years Experience• Familiarity with CAD Systems(s)• Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook• Plastic Extrusion Experience a Plus