Electrical Lead

Company Description

Gaylord Industries, a leader in kitchen ventilation for over 75 years, is known for its durable systems and innovative approach, focusing on energy efficiency and labor optimization.

Our products are certified to meet North American safety standards through Intertek's ETL Certification program. We prioritize relationships, with a responsive team dedicated to meeting the needs of consultants and foodservice operators.

Gaylord Industries is part of the ITW Food Equipment Group, which includes prominent brands like Vulcan, Wolf, Hobart, and more.

This group is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., a Fortune 200 global industrial manufacturer with a presence in 56 countries and over 50,000 employees, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.

Job Description

Work hands-on within the existing framework of legacy product lines to construct and manage the construction of electrical controls and power distribution systems.

Become a product leader and subject matter expert by refining existing products & processes. Assist with organizational streamlining and manage department goals for safety, efficiency, and throughput.

Work with engineering to communicate improvements and facilitate best practices.

Essential Skills :

• Work hands-on to wire and facilitate others to wire and construct industrial controls and power distribution systems based on detailed schematics and
• Knowledge of UL, NEC, NFPA 70, or other related standards
• Proficiency with 208v and 480v 3-Phase Electrical Systems.
• UL 508A Control Panel Experience.
• Electrical materials / component knowledge, circuit design observing appropriate SCCR & AIC.
• Working knowledge of relay logic, High / Low voltage systems, sizing of wire & electrical components.
• Identify existing components and products within the family of brands that can be utilized to improve functionality or reduce costs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• Ability to generate & read complex electrical schematics and understand their practical assembly.
• Cursory understanding of components of solid-state circuits as well as analog & digital control systems.
• Prior experience working with PLCs.
• Team player with the ability to work in a manufacturing environment to meet customer deadlines.
• Professional, reliable & personable, with great attention to detail & organizational skills.

Preferred Skills (not required) :

• Capacity to fabricate plumbing & natural gas systems.
• Ability to weld & finish stainless steel.
• AutoCAD or other experience in drawing schematics.
• Prior experience in programing PLCs.
• Prior experience with development of PCBs and other integrated circuits for electrical systems.
• Previous background or hobby with engines, sensors, recreational vehicles, cars systems, or other related technologies.
• Some former exposure to inventory management.
• Prior experience working with ERP systems (SYSPRO preferred).

Additional Information

Salary Range : $33 / hr. - $37 / hr.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.