Electrical & Instrumentation Technician-Night Shift

Loparex LLC is the world's largest manufacturer of extrusion base and silicone coated release liners for the converting industry. We have manufacturing operations throughout the U.S., Europe, China, and India.

We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to work in the Hammond facility.

Responsibilities :

• Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment, such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage tester.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools. Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit using electronic test equipment and hand tools
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Effectively communicate with prior and oncoming shift personal regarding status of runs, status, etc.

This position will work a 2-2-3 schedule working 5 : 00 pm- 5 : 00 am

Qualified candidates should possess an Applied Science or associate degree in a technical field that relates to Electrical and Instrumentation. Equivalent experience that provides the knowledge and skill to perform the role will be considered in lieu of a two-year degree.

Loparex offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance (start on first date of employment) short term and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life insurance, matching 401(k), and retirement enhancement program, uniform allowance, paid holidays and vacation.

Qualified should be familiar with AC&DC drive systems.

Journeyman and Master electrician licenses preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.