Industrial Maintenance Electrician - Day Shift

Vulcan Metals Specialty Products Inc. • Madison, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Vulcan Metals Specialty Products is the Global Leader in Magnesium Plate and Sheet Technology, manufacturing and supplying Graphic Arts products and lightweight engineering solutions using magnesium sheet and plate. The company performs a casting process to melt magnesium into slabs, which are then thinned using a rolling mill. The position seeks a skilled Industrial Electrician to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems in a rolling mill environment. The role focuses on legacy equipment, including ovens and furnaces, requiring strong systems control experience. The ideal candidate is hands-on, safety-focused, and comfortable with both older and upgraded technologies.

Requirements

• Electrician Certification Required
• Experience with PLC's, Drives, 480 Volt 3 phase, 4160, 250 Volt DC, reading Blueprints and Troubleshooting
• Maintain and support legacy electrical systems, including relay logic, older PLCs, and hardwired controls
• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 1st shift (Day Shift)
• Affiliated experience of at least 3 to 5 years with outstanding troubleshooting and technical aptitude -military experience acceptable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication ability
• Familiarity with schematic and electrical diagrams/illustrations
• Outstanding understanding of safety, health, and environment regulations
• Ability to interact well with all levels of employees
• Proven experience as an electrician
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues for casting and rolling mill equipment, including motors, drives, control panels, and instrumentation
• Maintain and support legacy electrical systems, including relay logic, older PLCs, and hardwired controls
• Work with ovens and furnaces, including temperature control systems, burners, and associated safety circuits
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems to minimize downtime
• Install, test, and commission electrical components during system upgrades
• Support and troubleshoot PLC systems and HMI interfaces
• Collaborate with technical teams to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), NFPA 70E, and plant procedures
• Respond to breakdowns and provide timely resolution to production issues
• Ability to work extended hours during equipment breakdown situations
• On time & regular attendance at work

Benefits

• Day Shift - Monday - Friday
• Up to 8% quarterly bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental Start on the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment
• 401k with Company match of up to 6%
• Paid Lunch Time
• Company Paid Uniforms/PPE/Tools/boots
• 10 Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time (No Waiting Period)
• & Much More

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees