Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

TPE Solutions, Inc.•Shirley, MA

6d•$38 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

XPM Plastics Compounding LLC is a growing plastics compounding and advanced manufacturing company seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of their production facilities. The position offers an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional to troubleshoot complex equipment, solve problems, and contribute to a growing manufacturing environment. The technician will support the manufacturing crew by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial control systems, working with sophisticated equipment like twin-screw extruders and material-handling systems. A key aspect of the role will be developing and maintaining the preventive maintenance program as the company expands.

Requirements

Experienced, mechanically and electrically inclined, resourceful, and comfortable working independently.
Strong experience troubleshooting industrial electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
Experience with industrial control systems.
Experience with AC/DC drives and industrial automation.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements and applicable state and local codes.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, dependable, adaptable, and safety-conscious.
Willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and processes.
Valid driver's license and required professional licenses/certifications.
Must provide and maintain your own professional tools and tool storage.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Electrician status preferred.
Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology or completion of a state-approved apprenticeship preferred.
6–8 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair twin-screw extruders, material handling systems, feeders, dryers, blenders, and other manufacturing equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial control systems.
Troubleshoot PLC and industrial PC control systems, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens controllers.
Modify and make improvements to Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems as needed.
Troubleshoot and repair AC and DC drives and related electrical systems.
Locate and repair faults in facility power distribution and other electrical systems.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment, utilities, and building systems.
Help identify recurring equipment issues and recommend improvements to increase reliability and minimize downtime.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications as XPM continues to expand its manufacturing capabilities.
Work closely with production personnel to quickly diagnose and resolve equipment problems.
Maintain accurate records and prepare purchase orders for required parts, materials, and supplies.
Provide direction and technical assistance to other maintenance personnel or tradesmen when needed.
Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency maintenance response.
Work overtime when necessary to support production requirements.
Perform all work in accordance with company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and applicable codes and regulations.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Training & development
Premium Pay (Additional compensation for qualifying shifts, overtime, and applicable on-call work)