Maintenance Electrician PLC Programmer

A leading automotive manufacturing organization is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician / PLC Programmer to join their Maintenance & Facilities team.

Electrician/PLC must come out of Heavy Manufacturing or Automotive
programmer - nights 11pm - 7am. Electricians must have plc programming
experience $36-$40 plus shift premium

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing troubleshooting repairing and maintaining electrical systems industrial equipment automation systems and facility components to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for a hands-on electrical professional with strong PLC programming experience automation knowledge and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install repair and maintain electrical components wiring and equipment throughout manufacturing operations
• Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on industrial machinery and automation systems
• Install power supply wiring conduit programmable controllers relay logic robotics and production equipment connections
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving transformers motors lighting systems sensors relays switches and control components
• Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs to support equipment performance and reliability
• Create manipulate and maintain robot programs for ABB Fanuc and Panasonic systems
• Diagnose and repair electronic components including control boards and electrical systems
• Support machine installations equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic components when required
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on presses and production equipment
• Support apprentices by providing technical guidance and hands-on training
• Communicate equipment issues repairs and recommendations to supervisors and management
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment

Qualifications

• Industrial Trade Certification as an Industrial Electrician and/or PLC certification
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Experience working with industrial automation and control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and modify robot programs (ABB Fanuc Panasonic)
• Experience with electrical systems machinery and production equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier environments
• Robot programming certifications (ABB Fanuc Panasonic)
• Experience troubleshooting industrial robots
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience with LabVIEW
• Overhead crane certification
• Forklift certification
• Welding experience (MIG Stick TIG)

Safety & Work Environment

The successful candidate will:

• Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures
• Use required PPE and safety equipment
• Identify and report workplace hazards
• Maintain compliance with quality safety and environmental standards
• Support continuous improvement and workplace organization initiatives

The role involves working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that may include production floor conditions varying temperatures dust noise and physical demands.