What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Electrical Technician position at plastipak?
Plastipak is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician at our recycling facility in Keasbey, NJ. This is a Direct Hire position that offers paid training and opportunities for advancement. Summary Repair and maintain the recycling Process Lines, Extruders, and Auxiliary equipment associated with production lines. Electrical troubleshooting, motors, chillers, conveyors, grinders, boilers, and any other equipment installed within Plastipak. Job Title: Electrical Technician Location: Keasbey, NJ Pay: $35/hr Shift: 1st 6:30AM-3PM Mon-Fri What’s in it for you: Direct Hire: Long-Term placement that offers 401k, PTO & medical benefits Advancement: We promote from within, and foster employee growth What you’ll be doing as an Electrical Technician Investigate, troubleshoot and review machinery and equipment problems looking to implement corrective actions. Participate in changeovers, ensuring efficient & correct execution Perform regular preventative maintenance on equipment and machines Operate and test equipment electrically and mechanically for performance and determine if repairs and scheduled maintenance are successful and ensures longevity of the repair. Perform work requiring a thorough working knowledge of electrical principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation, and application of equipment Install, wire, or re-wire electrical devices, such as; contractors, overloads, photo eyes, solenoid valves, motors, relays, VFD's and heaters bands. Qualifications for an Electrical Technician Minimum of 3 years hands on electrical experience in a manufacturing environment Strong mechanical knowledge & skills Ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective measures Ability to troubleshoot de-energized/live circuits, PLC, HMI, VFD, Controls, Motors, and Sensors Demonstrated knowledge of wiring and designing of circuits (required) Experience reading schematics/blueprints As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following: Wellness Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases Paid Company Holidays Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiving via Care.com Pet Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program Travel Assistance Employee Discount Programs *Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide. Plastipak Packaging is a global industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and recycling of plastic rigid containers. Named one of America's Best Mid-Sized Employers by Forbes in 2021 & 2022 Want to learn more? Visit The World of Plastipak Questions about the Job Application process? Visit FAQ's