Elect Ops Mech I
About The Position
FAREVA is seeking an Electrical Operations Mechanic I to maintain steady, compliant operation of high-tech automated equipment and drive continual improvement through electrical and PLC technology. The work involves electronics, electrical control systems, servers and process control, hydraulics and pneumatics, basic mechanical skills, and computer literacy. The role supports filling and packaging equipment within production units and helps maintain the validated state of equipment that directly affects product quality. The position may require working day or night shifts and independently or as part of a work group.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Virginia State Journeyman’s card, state certification, or documented completion of training on the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Demonstrated working knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles and concepts.
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to quality and detail.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot filling and packaging equipment within the PPUs, including electromechanical aspects of operation.
- Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, operator interfaces, variable frequency drives, servomotors, and encoders.
- Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs involving starters, fuses, relays, wire blocks, wiring, and breakers.
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and safety systems.
- Diagnose electrical equipment discrepancies, with or without blueprints.
- Provide written methods for operating and controlling electronic systems.
- Communicate problems and solutions appropriately and take direction from multiple sources.
- Analyze downtime and OEE data and use it to design and implement improvements.
- Maintain productive working relationships as part of a production team.
- Read complex electrical drawings and correlate them with actual equipment and circuit layouts.
- Inspect electrical control systems to trace circuitry or identify potential problem areas.
- Maintain the validated state of equipment that directly impacts product quality.
- Order correct repair parts for machines.
- Work with maintenance personnel in troubleshooting efforts.
- Follow cGMPs, PPGs, regulatory requirements, and safety standards and procedures.
- Keep the work area clean and orderly according to PPGs and 5S principles.
- Ensure machine guards, interlocks, and other safety devices are installed and maintained in good working order.
- Follow established lockout procedures when working on equipment.
Benefits
- 401(k) with 4.5% company match and immediate vesting
- 12 annual paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- 5 paid sick days
- 2 paid personal days
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
