What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Electrical Lead Technician position at East Jordan Plastics?
Maintenance Electrical Lead Technician (Industrial Electrician)
Essential Functions:
- Execute all job assignments in compliance with all Company Safety Policies and Procedures
- Understand and demonstrate proper application of NFPA-70E and the Companies Electrical Safety Manual work practices
- Act as a resource on-site for matters of Electrical Safe Work Practices
- Consult with company resources as appropriate to answer technical questions related to Electrical Safe Work Practices
- Complete change-over of production tooling
- Complete initial production process set-up (following Master Process) to deliver a production line that is producing quality product at established cycle rate
- Execute unplanned equipment repairs as necessary during the change-over process or as otherwise assigned by Supervisor (troubleshooting, repairs, etc.)
- Use electrical prints to diagnose and repair machine malfunction(s)
- Access PLC Programs as necessary to diagnose and repair machine malfunction(s)
- Access Machine Servo Drives as necessary to diagnose and repair machine malfunctions (via software or interface)
- Understand and troubleshoot remote I/O system(s)
- Understand remote access means (eWON, etc.) to work with vendors to support troubleshooting of downtime events on-line (remote support)
- Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
- Execute electrical project work as assigned. Projects may include:
- Electrical Equipment Installation (Power Connection)
- 120/208VAC Systems
- 277/480VAC Systems
- Proper sizing of piping, conductors, etc. per NEC
- Consult with company electrical resources as necessary
- Controls / Industrial panel wiring (modifications and updates)
- Upgrades to equipment for operational improvements (controls modifications either via hard-wire or PLC)
- PLC troubleshooting / program review
- Electrical Equipment Installation (Power Connection)
- In addition to electrical tasks, complete projects based on additional skill sets:
- Fabrication
- Basic carpentry
- Plumbing / Pipe Installation (pneumatic, water, hydraulic, etc)
- Lifting & Rigging / Machinery movement and installation
- Based on projects, repairs, or preventative maintenance tasks performed, provide feedback on correction actions and/or preventative measures to reduce equipment downtime or improve mean time between failure (Continuous Improvement)
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Experienced in Industrial Electrical Maintenance or equivalent work experience(s):
- PLC
- Servo Drive Systems
- Print Reading / modification(s)
- Analog industrial controls (relay logic)
- Familiar with Injection Molding, Thin Sheet Extrusion, Thermoforming, and/or Die Trim processes and equipment
- Electrical troubleshooting and proper application of industrial electrical safe work practices (NFPA-70E trained)
- Experienced with Pneumatic system function and troubleshooting of equipment
- Experienced with Hydraulic system function and troubleshooting of equipment
- Ability to be a member of the team and support peers as necessary to share the assigned tasks
- Ability to train and lead other team members
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 5-10 yrs prior industrial electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing environment
- Familiar with Injection Molding, Sheet Extrusion, Thermoforming and/or Die Trimming processes
- Trade / technical school completion or ability to complete curriculum if requested
- Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License a plus but not required
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
- Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking on concrete.
- Required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands/fingers, bend, kneel reach with hand and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl and talk or hear.
- Must be able to lift to up to 50 pounds at a time.
Benefits:
- Consistent work schedule
- Shift Premium
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan - 401(k)
