Electrician/Control Technician

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. (makers of REPREVE® )•Reidsville, NC

10h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking Electricians/Control Technicians in Reidsville, NC. Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science, known for REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. The company helps major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. This role involves ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive maintenance, providing electrical/mechanical support to the operations team, and contributing to department development.

Requirements

Experience with motor controls, VFD’s, PLC troubleshooting, motor installations, transformers, pneumatics and hydraulics.
480V and low voltage controls.
Capable of installing power and control circuits including raceways.
Proficient understanding of PLC logic, can read and follow ladder logic for trouble shooting PLC input/output issues.
Capable of replacing PLC components.
Proficient knowledge of VFD’s, capable of accessing perimeters for trouble shooting or drive replacement.
Ability to perform mechanical work with maintenance staff assisting on various repairs.
Knowledge and understanding of NFPA 70E, Arc Flash safety requirements.
Prior forklift, scissor lift, and industrial truck experience.
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing environment, electrical experience required
Significant comparable experience is required (if not having a two-year associate's degree)
Strong mechanical background.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with CMMS system preferred.
Prior recycling manufacturing experience preferred, not required.
A two-year associate's degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or Electrical/Electronic Technology or equivalent is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatics, conveyor systems and production machines: following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications.
Completes PM and Service request in timely manner with excellent workmanship
Provides Electrical/Mechanical support to operations team as needed
Ability to perform mechanical work with maintenance staff assisting on various repairs
Account for parts used from storeroom to ensure parts inventory accuracy
Share knowledge with team members to help develop and strengthen the department
Utilize CMMS system - parts look up, entering and closing orders
On call and willing to work overtime when needed to support operation