Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift

TekniPlex•Ridgefield, NJ

7h•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day. At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care. Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact. Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next. Job Summary TekniPlex is hiring an experienced, dependable Industrial Electrician 1st shift to support high-demand facilities including manufacturing plants, processing facilities, and automated industrial environments. This role is ideal for electricians who are confident working with 480V systems, motor controls, PLCs, switchgear, and automated equipment, and who take pride in precision, safety, and problem-solving. We are currently hiring a 1st Shift Industrial Electrician for our Ridgefield, NJ facility. The pay for this union role is paying $40-$45 per hour. Compensation is based on experience. Working within established guidelines, an Industrial Maintenance Electrician combines the traditional role of a maintenance mechanic with advanced expertise in electrical systems and troubleshooting. They are responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of electrical and mechanical components within a facility or industrial setting. This specialized role is critical in environments where complex machinery, automation, and control systems are prevalent, such as our manufacturing plants and large commercial facility.

Requirements

10+ years’ industry work experience required
“Journeymen Level” Industrial Electrician experience
Ability to obtain or currently have a BLACK SEAL BOILER certificate
Strong hands-on knowledge of: 480V systems Motor controls & MCCs PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) Sensors, automated controls, and industrial instrumentation Cable tray installation and industrial conduit
Comfortable working in industrial environments, including heights, confined spaces, weather and active production areas
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10/30 certification preferred

Responsibilities

Diagnosing and repairing electrical malfunctions: Utilizing expertise in electrical schematics, circuits, and systems to pinpoint problems and perform repairs on equipment, wiring, and components. Resolve electrical and control issues to minimize production downtime. Work with switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), VFDs, transformers, and power distribution. Install and support cable tray systems, conduit, and industrial wiring. Assist with PLC-controlled systems, sensors, and automated equipment (programming experience a plus)
Troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment and facility assets: Applying both mechanical and electrical knowledge to identify and resolve issues with production lines, industrial machinery, and building infrastructure. Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems up to and including 480V
Preventative and corrective maintenance: Developing and executing preventative maintenance plans for electrical systems and machinery, as well as responding to emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
Installation and support: Installing new electrical systems, equipment, and components, ensuring proper electrical connections and system integration.
Safety and compliance: Adhering to relevant electrical codes, safety regulations (like Lockout/Tagout procedures and OSHA standards), and industry best practices to ensure a safe working environment. Ensure all work complies with NEC codes, OSHA requirements, and plant safety standards
Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and spare parts inventory, often using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Understanding and interpreting technical information: The ability to read and work with electrical schematics, blueprints, diagrams, ladder logic, wiring diagrams and equipment manuals is essential for effective troubleshooting and repair.
Collaborate with maintenance teams, engineers, and supervisors to meet production and project goals
Maintain tools, equipment, and accurate daily documentation