Electrical Technician

Electrical/Electronics Technician

Under general supervision, the Electrical/Electronics Technician performs electrical tasks including, but not limited to:

• Build, wire, and assemble mechanical and electrical automated machinery based on engineered blueprints.
• Program, calibrate, and optimize automated machinery, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs, or robotic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, or software issues. Test automated systems for optimal performance and safety compliance.

There are 3 grades in the Electrical/Electronics Technician classification with each grade advancement being inclusive of the prior in the sequence. Preceding advancement to the next grade, team members are required to actively participate in the safety process, have a clean work record clear of any disciplinary actions for 12 months, and have a promotion recommendation by their respective lead and supervisor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manor

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Possess a positive attitude towards all employees and create positive working relationships

• Demonstrate proper use of all safety equipment through everyday use and practice

• Perform material handling duties (part identification and handling, loading trucks, basic rigging)

• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools related to machine building

• Perform duties as assigned by lead or supervisor

• Attend all required team and company meetings

• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area through continuous 7S efforts

Level 3:

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions

• Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions

• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements

• Actively participate in testing of completed machines; diagnose and remedy electrical programs

• Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions

• Applies and understands the engineering change order process and submits to his/her respective supervisor proposed changes for engineering approval

• Demonstrates working knowledge of 3-phase wiring (polarity of each leg)

• Actively participate on lean project teams supporting Alliance's continuous improvement process

• Provide manufacturing input into research and development activities

• Plots labels, terminal markers, machine wiring and print labels for panels

• Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, handle increased responsibility, and apply sound judgment within the scope of responsibility as required

• Assemble, tests, and troubleshoots complex assemblies using blueprints, diagrams, and or schematics

• Demonstrate proficiency or ability to explain Visual MRP (find blueprints, part structure, part location, and man-hour reporting)

• Independently performs testing and ring-out of completed machines; displays capability to diagnose and remedy electrical program issues

• Train lower-level Electrical Technicians in assembly and diagnostic techniques

• Demonstrate advanced understanding of machine and system functionality across product lines

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in electrical controls, sensors, and 3-phase wiring for Alliance product lines

• Leads the ring-out of machines (follows ringout sheet, safety requirements, and machine troubleshooting)

• Assists Field Service and Engineering with manufacturing issues, installations, design solutions, and high-level machine operation

• Assist as necessary to maintain proper flow of work through the assigned area; participate in training less experienced associates

Purchasing Authority Level: None.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Advanced blueprint/schematic reading. Military, trade school or community college coursework in mechanical/electrical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting desired.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires a high level of physical flexibility, strength, and stamina, including the ability to: see and assess drawings, photos, and written instructions; audibly hear verbal instructions and mechanical signals (forklifts, cranes, machine alarms, etc.); and speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, an individual must be willing and able to:

• have full range of body movement: head, neck, shoulders; lift arms overhead; work…