Electrical Maintenance Technician

Join EPL, a global leader in tube-packaging, and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our global expertise spans five large categories - Oral Care, Beauty & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals & Health, Food & Nutrition and Home Care. Take your career to the next level with us; become a part of the Danville, VA team where we specialize in Oral Care and Beauty & Cosmetics tube-packaging.

Job Overview:

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

Job Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements/Job Knowledge:

• 3-5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field is required.
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Computer experience/operation and familiarity with PLC programming are necessary.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Must be highly safety conscious.
• Must be willing to work in areas with potential exposure to high voltage electricity.

EPL is an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity/Inclusion in the workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever been employed by EPL (formerly Essel Propack)?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)
• Electrical systems: 3 years (Required)
• Hydraulics: 1 year (Preferred)
• Pneumatics: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35