FA - Maintenance - Electrician

Emery Oleochemicals LLC•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Electrical Maintenance Technician maintains plant production and quality by ensuring the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems, apparatus, and electronic components within a chemical manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Strong experience in electronics troubleshooting and industrial electrical maintenance
Knowledge of PLCs and automated systems
Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints
Proficiency with hand tools and electrical testing equipment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Attention to detail and sound judgment
Commitment to safety in a chemical plant environment
Ability to work more than eight (8) hours in a day and 40+ hours per week as required
Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment

Responsibilities

Organize and prioritize work by reviewing work orders and gathering required tools and materials.
Perform preventive maintenance on robots, conveyors, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), transformers, voltage regulators, and plant machinery.
Troubleshoot electrical systems using schematics, blueprints, manuals, and applicable electrical codes.
Install new equipment, including power supply wiring and conduit between machinery and control systems.
Diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment such as motors, transformers, lighting systems, and automated components.
Replace faulty relays, switches, motors, printed circuit boards, and sensing devices.
Program and test automated machinery, including robots and PLC systems.
Support production uptime by communicating preventive maintenance practices and monitoring compliance.
Maintain inventory of electrical parts and supplies; coordinate ordering as needed.
Ensure compliance with plant safety standards, electrical codes, and environmental regulations.
Contribute to overall team performance and continuous improvement initiatives.