What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Production Lead - Topeka, KS position at Interstates Companies?
Build the Future with Us in Topeka
We're breaking ground-literally and figuratively-in Topeka, KS! While you won't find us on Google Maps just yet, rest assured, we are a trusted and established company with big plans for this location. Construction is already underway for a new, 100,000 square foot manufacturing facility, set to enhance our operations and provide an improved work environment by Fall 2025. For now, our operations are based out of job trailers, and the work environment involves seasonal weather exposure, but this is only temporary. Join us at this exciting stage, and you'll help shape the future while building your career. With safety as a top priority and a focus on growth, we're excited about what lies ahead for you and our team.
Interstates is growing, and we are currently seeking a full-time Production Technician Lead to join our team on the Topeka, KS site.
The Production Technician Lead will be responsible for the quality and timely completion of prefabricated electrical/metal assemblies, skid packages, modular assemblies, control panels, motor control panels, or other similar assemblies.
What we can offer:
- Apprenticeship & Assistance with Journeyman Licensing if desired
- Company Sponsored Holiday & Team Building Celebrations
- Work/Life Balance (40-45 hours/week)
- Limited travel; Travel may be required for onboarding orientation
- Family-Like Culture - A team that cares about you as a whole person, not just what you do for work
- Advancement Opportunities
Benefits:
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits
- Company Discount Perk Program
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Bonus Incentives
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
Check out a day in the life with Interstates: https://youtu.be/00eDX9xw1X4
While we are currently hiring for a limited number of positions, we are looking to the future and want to make sure that we have talented individuals (like you!) in our talent pools for future opportunities. By signing up to be a part of our talent pool network, we'll reach out to you with updates on open opportunities as soon as they are available. Visit interstates.com/connect
Responsibilities
An ideal candidate will be eager to learn, safety-minded, and a team player. Interstates seeks ambitious, innovative individuals, with the ability to grow and maintain value-added relationships with our team and external customers.
- Reads blueprints.
- Coordinate with Production Leads and Design Services to maintain Per Construction Record Drawings through fabrication process.
- Wire lights, devices, switches, panels, and transformers according to prints.
- Assemble prefabricated electrical construction materials.
- Bend and thread conduit.
- Wire devices according to prints.
- Coordinate electrical gear lay outs with Production Leader.
- Participate in electrical testing activities as required.
- Maintain neat and orderly workplace.
- Inform Production Leaders of progress and completion of projects.
- Supports leadership team by assisting in other areas as requested.
- Must be willing to learn commercial and industrial electrical standards and practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ability to define and solve problems.
- Excellent verbal communication.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment and build effective relationships.
- Display a positive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Be results driven and safety minded.
- Basic algebra and geometry skills.
- Ability to routinely lift 50-75lbs.
Education and/or Experience: An associate degree or experience in a related field, such as industrial technology, manufacturing, or electrical is required.
Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug free work environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, this role may be exposed to high/precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and all outside weather conditions. Depending on the role, one may be expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Due to the nature of our work and our client base, the role may involve tasks in an environment exposed to dust. Candidates should be comfortable working in these conditions and complying with safety standards to protect their well-being.
Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and provides a drug free work environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. A copy of our AAP is available upon request during regular business hours.
