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Job Objective:
Maintain plant production and facilities equipment by performing skilled electrical maintenance and repairs to minimize production down time and improve production equipment performance. Prioritize and minimize workload in an industrial manufacturing environment by utilizing technical capabilities and expanding both knowledge and skills while performing critical machine repairs.
1st Shift: 7am - 3pm
Essential Job Functions:

• Performs maintenance and repairs on all machinery, equipment and systems in the Plant. This includes adjustments, calibrations, troubleshooting, installations, monitoring and other duties required to minimize machinery and equipment downtime without compromising workmanship and quality.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the electrical service and distribution systems in the Plant and performs work necessary to provide electrical service to new and relocated machinery and equipment including the planning and layout of conduit, wiring and other electrical devices and materials.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the electrical controls and devices utilized on Plant equipment, machinery and systems including, but not limited to, PLC's, AC and DC drives, motor controllers, positioning devices and motion control systems.
• Performs Preventive and Predictive maintenance (PM and PdM) tasks on plant machinery, equipment and facilities equipment with a focus on increasing machine uptime. Makes improvements to PM tasks that help reduce machine downtime and improve machine performance. Completes all required documentation.
• Works both individually and in a team environment to learn and improve skills and provide knowledge and assistance to his peers. Researches and acquires knowledge and understanding of issues in the electrical technician field by using online and vendor information and data, to improve knowledge, skills and independence.
• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job functions including, but not limited to, work orders, inventory, shift notes, records, logs, project notes, and purchasing documents.
• Participates in identifying shortages and vulnerabilities in the stockroom inventories in order to limit production downtime by expanding the spare parts and stockroom inventory with the assistance and guidance of the MRO technician. Communicates, coordinates and works with suppliers and vendor technical representatives as needed.
• Assists and consults with Electrical Controls Technicians and engineering staff on equipment and/or facility modifications and upgrades requiring advanced levels of knowledge and skills.
• Coordinates and monitors work performed by contractors as needed.
• Supports the Policy commitments of ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. This includes identifying, developing and implementing continuous improvement projects that meet the Policy Commitment Objectives.
• Maintain a safe work environment in accordance with all company Safety Procedures and OSHA regulations
• Move Chemicals and or wastes within the facility and maintain chemical storage areas in a clean, orderly manner. Package and label waste for storage and transport as requested. Follows applicable Environmental Health and Safety department procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned or required for the performance of this position.

Job Qualifications:
Minimum Required:

• Five years of electrical and controls experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experience with PLC's, AC and DC drives and other industrial control components and devices.
• Good mechanical aptitude and experience with mechanical machine maintenance and repair
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical diagrams and drawings.
• Good electrical craftsmanship - ability to bend pipe/conduit and perform quality installation of electrical systems and components.
• Proficient technical skills including ability to utilize electrical meters, calibration devices and other electrical monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills or ability and willingness to learn
• Good decision making skills and ability to prioritize tasks

Desired:

• Journeyman's Electrician license
• AS Degree in a technical discipline
• Experience with CMMS or PM/Work Order Tracking system(s)
• Experience with Allen-Bradley controls and programs

PERKS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM:
At Velcro USA Inc., we truly value our employees. We strive to support each and every employee by providing a safe and healthy work environment, challenging and rewarding careers, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Velcro USA Inc. offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off designed to meet the needs of our workforce. Advancement and growth opportunities are offered and encouraged to all employees.
Health and Welfare Benefits:
Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting
Time-Off Benefits
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
13 Paid Company Holidays
Other Benefits and Programs
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar®
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee Resource Groups
Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.