6501 - Maintenance - ELT2 - SR. 2 ELECTRIC TECHNICIAN

TITLE: Electric Technician

POSITION OBJECTIVE: This person is heavily involved in the monitoring of equipment and will play a role in the preventative maintenance. This individual will work with the extrusion and press Operators to learn the process of operating an extrusion line. On a daily basis, must be able to effectively communicate (orally and written) with employees and other departmental personnel. Must troubleshoot equipment/process problems in manufacturing to provide additional level of technical support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years experience in the troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial equipment and machinery.
• Electrical experience is preferred.
• Experienced with interpreting electrical schematics and drawings efficiently.
• Capable of programming drives and understand PLC logic.
• Basic welding and machining skills are a plus.
• Intermediate knowledge of standard software (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Willing to adhere to all plant safety rules and promote an environment where safety is first.
• Proactive in addressing safety issues and concerns.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.

• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must observe all safety precautions and regulations at all times in all areas where duties are performed. Will be responsible for reporting all safety hazards and potential unsafe working conditions.
• Must actively participate in safety meetings.
• Must understand and comply with all current plant policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical/mechanical equipment failures.
• Interpret electrical schematics and drawings efficiently.
• Capable of programming drives and understand PLC Logic.
• Work with the Operators to learn the processes associated with operating an extruder and printing press.
• Perform die changes in extrusion.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all manufacturing equipment.
• Perform maintenance tasks, i.e. replacing electrical switches, current & voltage meters, replacing AC & DC motors, heater bands, temp controllers, thermocouples, solenoids, counters, and Vector drives.
• Monitor the chillers and air compressors.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Must possess ambition and make suggestions for improvement.
• Must have good interpersonal/leadership skills and be able to interface with all departments and associate levels.
• Must have good teamwork skills and be able to interface with all crew members and relief personnel and work toward resolving conflict congenially.
• Make an extra effort to deal with coworkers and supervisors on a mature and positive basis.
• Must be willing to handle job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
• Must have flexibility to accept additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Must be willing to work off-shifts, overtime and weekends as necessary for business needs.
• Must have regular reliable attendance as well as ability to work outside the regular schedule as required.
• Willingness to travel since some travel may be required for training or support purposes.

TRAINING:

The Electric Technician will be trained on safety, paperwork, machine operation, materials knowledge and housekeeping. The Electric Technician will need to learn the process of troubleshooting and repair of various equipment including extruders, printing presses, bag machines, separators, and other equipment used in the production of polyethylene blown film products.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE:

• Hand and pneumatic tools
• Welder, Grinder, Drill Press
• Printing Presses
• Extruders, Bag Machines, Winders, Separators
• Pallet Jack, Forklift

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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