Electrical Test Technician

LAKE CABLE, LLC • Valparaiso, IN

5d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This role performs electrical tests on various types of electrical cables, using both AC and DC voltage test equipment. This is a night shift position, Monday-Friday, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, with Saturdays as needed. The position involves following standard operating procedures for all cable types, electrically testing all cable prior to shipping or for current test plans for product routed through the FOC lab.

Requirements

• Knowledge of electrical meters and testers such as a Continuity tester, Hipot machine, Fault Finder and Insulation Resistance tester.
• Can add and subtract when completing fault find documentation and following order protocols.
• Understand and follow SOPs/Job aides and perform them effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Analytical skills with the ability to use logic in identifying problem areas
• Attention to detail with consistent accuracy
• The ability to read and communicate information and ideas both in spoken and written form in English
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of basic electrical test equipment is a plus although not required

Responsibilities

• Locate reels needing to be tested, in accordance with the priority established by the Supervisor
• Maintain a clean, well-organized and safe work environment. Follow all safety procedures including moving the reels correctly, and ensuring that all procedures are followed when applying voltage to the cable or performing any required test.
• Determine the correct voltage or applicable test to be applied for the respective cable
• Complete adequately all paperwork and documentation in computer systems.
• Prepare ends of cable for next process
• If cable fails any test, the failure must be addressed and resolved before moving to the next operation
• Work with Re-spool personnel to address necessary steps for removing faults before retesting cable
• Complete adequately all paperwork and documentation in computer systems.
• Escalate issues outside of his/her authority to a higher level

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D (child)
• Short-term disability (company paid)
• Long-term disability (company paid)
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Production bonus
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED