Control Cabinet Wiring Specialist
About The Position
Ready to wire, learn, and grow? Do you enjoy the precision of routing wire, the satisfaction of a neat cabinet, and the challenge of reading schematics? Imagine starting in early February with a close-knit, family-owned manufacturer in the West Chicagoland Area—known for rebuilding and customizing packaging machinery—where your work supports a fleet of rental packaging machines that ship out ready to run. Your mission Build and wire control cabinets for packaging machinery with accuracy and pride Mount terminal blocks, relays, power supplies, and drives in clean, logical layouts Use schematics and marked-up prints to cut, strip, label, and route conductors Perform basic continuity tests and help with panel checkout Rework or upgrade existing panels as needs evolve Keep the bench and shop spotless and safe
Requirements
- At least 1 year of panel wiring, electrical assembly, or industrial electrical experience
- Confidence reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Hands-on wiring ability with basic troubleshooting skills
- High School Diploma or GED
- Reliable and punctual—you show up ready to go
- Detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic and pride in craftsmanship
- Hungry to learn, improve, and advance long-term
- A true teammate with a no-nonsense, safety-first mindset
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with components, wiring best practices, and circuit fundamentals
- Knowledge of NEC, UL, or comparable electrical/safety standards
- Experience with packaging machinery or OEM equipment builds
- Background in panel retrofits or upgrades
Responsibilities
- Build and wire control cabinets for packaging machinery with accuracy and pride
- Mount terminal blocks, relays, power supplies, and drives in clean, logical layouts
- Use schematics and marked-up prints to cut, strip, label, and route conductors
- Perform basic continuity tests and help with panel checkout
- Rework or upgrade existing panels as needs evolve
- Keep the bench and shop spotless and safe
Benefits
- Stable workload in a growing company—no travel needed
- Friendly, family-style culture with an open, modern shop
- Unique facility perks to make your day better
- Performance-based raises and real room to grow
- If you want hands-on electrical work, consistent hours, and a path to build your career in industrial controls, this opportunity delivers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
