Industrial Electrician
About The Position
Silgan Containers is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician / Maintenance Electrician to support manufacturing operations. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical and automation equipment throughout the facility, including industrial controls, PLCs, VFDs, and production equipment. The work is hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and supports equipment reliability, safety, uptime, and efficiency. The position offers pay of $41.33–$48.83 per hour based on experience, a $1.00 per hour night shift differential, and a $4,000 hiring bonus. Schedules are continuous shifts of four days on and four days off, either 6:00 PM–6:00 AM or 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. This role requires physical work around manufacturing equipment and adherence to safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Trade school certification in Electrical Technology or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, or in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
- Experience with industrial controls and automation systems.
- Experience with AC/DC circuits.
- Experience with 4-20mA instrumentation circuits.
- Experience with Motor Control Centers (MCCs).
- Experience with electrical testing equipment.
- Knowledge of state and local electrical codes.
- Basic computer skills.
- Confined space trained and qualified, or ability to obtain qualification.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the shift.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work around moving machinery, manufacturing equipment, industrial noise, and production processes.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements and work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience programming Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Working knowledge of RSLogix, Studio 5000, or FactoryTalk software.
- Experience with industrial automation, process controls, and manufacturing equipment.
- Experience supporting conveyors, packaging equipment, material handling systems, or high-speed production lines.
- Journeyman Electrician certification.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- Diagnose and repair PLCs, VFDs, motors, sensors, conveyors, and industrial control systems.
- Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and control systems.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams.
- Maintain and update electrical drawings, PLC programs, and maintenance records.
- Install, maintain, and repair motors, MCCs, switchgear, panels, switches, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment.
- Troubleshoot automation equipment and production line controls.
- Support continuous improvement projects that increase safety, uptime, and efficiency.
- Maintain electrical spare parts inventory.
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes, company policies, and safe work practices.
Benefits
- $4,000 hiring bonus.
- Competitive hourly pay of $41.33–$48.83 based on experience.
- $1.00 per hour night shift differential.
- Consistent four-days-on/four-days-off schedule with built-in days off.
- Opportunity to work with advanced automation and electrical systems.
- Career growth and long-term stability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
