Electrical Skilled Trades, Body Crew A

Warsaw, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Provide hands-on troubleshooting and repair for PLCs robots weld controls conveyors and vision systems in Body-in-White (BIW) production.
Diagnose and resolve automation-related downtime quickly to minimize production impact.
Modify and optimize PLC logic HMI screens robot programs and vision systems to improve usability for operators and maintenance staff.
Support equipment upgrades system updates and running changes with minimal production disruption.
Assist Controls Engineers in developing controls designs hardware and vision/weld/PLC/HMI/conveyance technology integration.
Identify and implement advanced machine control robotic sensor and vision technologies.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for automation-related failures throughput losses and quality concerns; implement corrective actions.
Partners with maintenance and engineering teams to maintain documentation training and preventive maintenance programs.
Apply and enforce national electrical safety standards for all BIW equipment; ensure compliance with LOTO interlocks safety PLCs and DCS systems.
Perform risk assessments ensuring safe design and operation of control logic.
Support equipment installations debugging and commissioning activities.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education:

Associates degree in Electronics Electrical Technology or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience:
57 years in electrical maintenance controls or automation within a high-volume manufacturing environment (automotive BIW preferred).
Hands-on expertise with Fanuc robots dispense systems weld manufacturing controls vision/bead detection and conveyance systems.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in PLC programming/troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley Siemens).
Ability to navigate ladder logic wiring diagrams and schematics.
Strong troubleshooting skills across 24V DC to 480V AC systems using diagnostic tools (multimeter megger phase rotation meter).
Familiarity with HMIs SCADA fieldbus networks motion control and safety PLCs.
Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Welding/fabrication rigging and mechanical aptitude a plus.

Other Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry 5070 lbs and perform physical maintenance tasks.
Capable of working all shifts (including weekends and 12-hour shifts) with overtime as required.
Strong communication teamwork and problem-solving skills; ability to thrive in fast-paced automotive environments.
Prior experience in preventive maintenance program development and technical standards creation.

Preferred:

Additional certifications in automation electrical safety or controls training.
Power & Free Power Roll Bed/Vertical Drive Lifts/Turn Tables and Electrified Monorail Conveyance.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

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ABOUT SLATEAt Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how ...