Electrical Technician

$68,640 - $95,680/Yr

W.L. Gore & Associates - Elkton, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Elkton, MD

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

We are seeking an Electrical Technician to provide evening shift electrical maintenance support for our manufacturing operations. This role involves performing electrical repairs and maintenance on various production equipment, focusing on preventive maintenance and breakdown support activities. The technician will work in a regulated clean room environment and will be responsible for ensuring a positive and safe working atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Foster and maintain a positive and safe working environment
• Troubleshoot and repair production machinery and equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment, evaluating effectiveness, and making necessary changes following quality system guidelines
• Work in a regulated clean room
• Document and sign off on completed maintenance activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS)
• Perform basic to intermediate level fabrications and machine modifications using standard machine shop equipment
• Organize and direct outside contractors as needed
• Support continuous improvement activities
• Commit to continuous personal development aligned with current commitments and business goals
• Work at multiple facilities to meet business needs

Requirements

• Journey level electrical skills with minimum three years hands-on experience in an industrial production facility, utilizing Program Logic Controllers (PLCs) and variable speed drive
• Instrumentation, calibration experience
• Understanding and familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, and vacuum systems
• Strong understanding of OSHA, NEC (National Electric Code), NFPA codes
• Desktop computer skills, including CAD to work from drawings coupled with basic understanding of networking and operating systems as related to automation controls
• Utilize good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to follow written procedures
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment including, working from ladders, aerial lifts, and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to mentor associates including apprentices, collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks while handling complex projects
• Ability to work overtime, perform on call duties after normal working hours and ability to travel up to 5%

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Siemens or Allen Bradley PLCs & Wonderware HMI (Human Machine Interface)
• Robotics & Building Automation Systems
• Welding, fabrication, mechanical and rigging skills

Benefits

• $5000 Sign-On Bonus offered for evening shift
• $2/hour shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment
• Comprehensive total rewards package including competitive benefits
• Associate Stock Ownership Plan
• Potential opportunities for profit-sharing