Electrical Controls Technician

OVERVIEW

The Packaging (Electrical Controls) Technician operates, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles packaging equipment and related equipment.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors equipment operations and makes adjustments and / or repairs (mechanical and / or electrical) on various types of packaging and related
• equipment such as but not limited to baggers, case erectors, case sealers, packers, etc. as necessary
• Installs and dismantles packaging and related equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance work
• Operates various packaging equipment
• Reports to Supervisor the general condition of equipment and recommends replacement when necessary
• Responsible for keeping required records and documentation
• Responsible for cleanliness of machine(s) and work area
• Performs other duties as may be assigned

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Skilled electrical experience using and troubleshooting voltages up to 480 or more in a manufacturing / industrial environment required.
• Must have a working knowledge of electrical test equipment, electrical circuits and power supplies, gearboxes, motors, agitators, actuators, valves, wiring and unwiring of equipment.
• Previous experience as am Electrical ControlTechnician or Journeyman Electrician is preferred.
• Experience in PLC troubleshooting, Fanuc robotic controllers, and / or hydraulic and pneumatic fields is also preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Electrical Certification from an accredited school or university is strongly preferred.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

Ability to :

• Troubleshoot and repair packaging machine problems with competent speed and accuracy under time and delivery constraints
• Work from electrical schematics, blueprints, drawings, sketches, layout, and other specifications both verbal and written
• Program and maintain coder systems, metal detectors, and check weighers
• square, lace, replace, and track all types of conveyor belts
• Align, tension, and replace all types of power transmission devices (v-belts, sheaves, chain and sprockets, bearings)
• utilize his / her tools and equipment in a safe and proficient manner
• Start the machine and observe the operation to detect malfunction(s) of the machine
• Work independently as well as a team player
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Must be able to :

• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy
• Set up and operates shop tools and perform simple metal work
• Use all power and hand tools normal to the trade

Physical requirements include the ability to :

• Lift up to 50lbs
• Reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools
• Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout the shift
• Reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently; Climb up and down ladders; Work in confined spaces

HOURLY RATE :

• Starting Rate : $40.98
• Paid vacation and SIck time after ninty day probation period.
30+ days ago