Controls Electrician-2

Huhtamaki, a leading supplier of drinking cups, frozen‑dessert, and food‑packaging containers, is seeking a Controls Electrician for its Fulton, New York facility. The company provides sustainable packaging solutions and is committed to protecting food, people, and the planet while offering a safe, supportive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Repair electrical and electronic circuitry.
• Perform electrical repair of production machinery.
• Apply working knowledge of PLCs (Modicon, Allen Bradley, RexRoth), programming, and ladder logic.
• Troubleshoot and repair AC & DC motor controls.
• Use basic control logic and schematics to diagnose issues.
• Interpret and apply industrial codes and wiring standards.
• Utilize RS Logic and Panel Builder 32 software programs.
• Operate electrical test equipment proficiently.
• Demonstrate strong safety commitment by applying electrical codes, lock‑out procedures, and arc‑flash protection.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional experience as an electrician/maintenance, or four years of full‑time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled journeyman (apprenticeship equivalent).
• Apprentice training or technical courses in the electrical trade may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Post‑secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate (preferred).
• Successful completion of a written test and hands‑on evaluation during the applicant screening process.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods, climb steps, walk extensively, and frequently bend, kneel, or twist.
• Capability to lift objects up to 50 lb unaided; climb ladders and work at elevated heights as needed.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as necessary.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; basic computer proficiency.
• Good eye‑hand coordination.
• Ability to work in a wide range of ambient temperatures, both indoor and outdoor.

Pay

$41.20 /hr to $46.35 /hr