Position Summary The Electrical Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, calibrating and improving the performance of production equipment, plant facilities and testing equipment at the factory. The Electrical Technician supports daily productivity, quality and cost-effective operation to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.
Essential Functions/Key Deliverables - Troubleshoot and repair machine electrical and electronic related problems.
- Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
- Document equipment in an electronic log.
- Perform functional & performance test on equipment a daily/monthly basis and ensure it is functioning properly.
- Operate a variety of electrical testing equipment in locating and determining types of electrical malfunctions.
- Check and monitor equipment condition and perform corresponding actions or plans to prevent equipment breakdown.
- Maintain and repair motors and other electrical systems or units.
- Reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair) and increase MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures).
- Assist in calibration and setup of vision inspection systems, light and leak tester and other testing devices that directly affect quality and reliability of products.
- Electrical installation, testing, repair and electrical systems for a variety of purposes including communication system.
- Ensure fire alarms & emergency electrical systems are operational.
- Report/repair any risks or dangers spotted.
- Upgrade modification and installation of industrial automation equipment.
- Perform conversion/set-up as required by manufacturing group and ensure good quality products upon completion.
- Implement special projects to upgrade machine capability and productivity.
- Monitor and repair factory and office lighting and other plant electrical components that affect performance and working condition for the employees.
- Provide electrical and troubleshooting training to production personnel to improve their skills and reduce occurrence of machine downtime.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of systems, including performing internal audits as required.
- Responsible for electrical equipment and work in LV Room (LV - Low Voltage), switchboards, electrical panels, and plant power distribution.
- Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Comply with all Health & Safety regulations, rules, procedures and policies. Comply with all environmental requirements as stipulated in ISO 14001 and food safety procedures and guidelines on Health & Safety.
- Perform any other duty reasonable corresponding with the role.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience - Associates degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Engineering or Technical Degree preferred
- 2+ years of experience as an Electrician in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
- Experience with >1KV industrial facilities required.
- Ability to read technical drawings - mainly electrical drawings.
- Ability to maintain demeanor and performance through any situation.
- Experience and technical training in maintenance of Electrical Equipment.
- Ability to learn the operation of equipment.
- Ability to function both independently and as part of a team; must be flexible and excited to grow with the organization.
- Strong critical-thinking skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
- Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and organization.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Physical Demands N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F Push/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F Stand F Walk F Sit O Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment
Work Environment Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. vIf you are a current CANPACK employee, please apply through your Workday account.CANPACK Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to job requirements, unless such distinction is required by law.