Electrician

Job purpose

Under the direction of the Value Stream and Maintenance Manager, the Manufacturing Electrician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our electrical systems. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical infrastructure and equipment to minimize downtime and support production goals. Electrical expertise will contribute to maintaining a safe work environment and optimizing energy consumption.

Duties and responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, fixtures and components of machinery and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards in all work performed.

• Conduct preventive maintenance routines to ensure equipment reliability.

• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Inspect electrical distribution, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a electrical fault and correct the problem.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Maintain current electrician’s license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
• Attend required continuing education classes (CEU’s).

Qualifications

• Successful completion of at least a 4-year apprenticeship program and Attainment of E2 licenses as required by the state.
• At least 5 years of experience as a licensed electrician.
• Skills:
  • Troubleshooting—Determining causes of operating errors and deciding how to correct it.

1. Repairing—Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
2. Judgment and Decision Making—Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
3. Installation—Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
4. Equipment Maintenance—Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.

Working conditions

Exposure to shop elements making conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Physical requirements

Exposure to shop elements making conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Physical requirements

• Standing - 8 Hours per day (or more)
• Walking - 6 to 8 Hours per day
• Lifting (below shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently
• Lifting (above shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. - frequently
• Push/Pull – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently
• Stooping/kneeling/bending – 2 hours per day – occasionally

• Must be able to consistently operate a productivity machine for a minimum of 6 hours per day.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.
• Must be able to consistently operate a productivity machine for a minimum of 6 hours per day.

Other

• Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or willingness to learn and participate in Lean Manufacturing processes or activities

Direct reports

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