Electrician/Control Technician - Manufacturing - Reidsville, NC

Unifi Career•Reidsville, NC

1d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking Electricians/Control Technicians in Reidsville, NC! How will you play an integral role? 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 What is my earning potential? We offer competitive hourly rates ranging from $25.00/hr. to $35.00/hr. , depending on experience and education. In addition, our shift premium for our 12-hour night shift is $1.00/hr. Do you offer flexible shifts? We do and are happy to discuss this during the interview process. What is essential for success? Safety – exhibits behaviors that support and encourage a safe work environment. Immediately reports and/or resolves unsafe behaviors and conditions Teamwork & Communication Skills – works well with others to achieve goals and solve problems, develops positive and effective working relationships Work Ethic – exhibits high standards of personal commitment towards achieving goals and objectives Adaptable – effectively adjusts and responds to change Technical Skills – exhibits ability to understand and perform technical aspects of the job Are you qualified for the position? 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. Prior experience with CMMS system preferred. Prior recycling manufacturing experience preferred, not required. Education High School Diploma or GED required Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing environment, electrical experience required A two-year associate's degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or Electrical/Electronic Technology or equivalent is preferred, or significant comparable experience is required. Experience 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 Strong mechanical background. Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is preferred. Have we mentioned our impressive benefits? Competitive compensation Generous vacation & paid holidays Flexible work schedules Comprehensive medical & health benefits Life Insurance Tuition reimbursement 401(k) with company match & more! About Us Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today. Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. No immigration sponsorship is available for this role. Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.

Requirements

Safety – exhibits behaviors that support and encourage a safe work environment. Immediately reports and/or resolves unsafe behaviors and conditions
Teamwork & Communication Skills – works well with others to achieve goals and solve problems, develops positive and effective working relationships
Work Ethic – exhibits high standards of personal commitment towards achieving goals and objectives
Adaptable – effectively adjusts and responds to change
Technical Skills – exhibits ability to understand and perform technical aspects of the job
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
A two-year associate's degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or Electrical/Electronic Technology or equivalent is preferred, or significant comparable experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with CMMS system preferred.
Prior recycling manufacturing experience preferred, not required.
Strong mechanical background.
Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) 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