Laminates Day Shift Electrician

Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND American Made.

About the role

The purpose of the day electrician's position is to perform repairs, preventive/predictive maintenance, testing, and process improvements on all mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and systems. The electrician must rely on their knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles in order to troubleshoot malfunctions to equipment and systems and to repair and restore operation. The associate in this position will be expected to work overtime as needed and to fill in for absences on shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, preventive/predictive maintenance, testing, and process improvements on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and systems
• Troubleshoot malfunctions to equipment and systems using knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, electrical (including power supplies, motor drives, and transformers), electronic (including programmable and numerical controls), and pneumatic equipment and systems

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of associates
• Excellent attendance record
• Demonstrated high energy level, strong work ethic, and positive approach to problem solving
• Advanced experience using power tools, measuring devices, and other hand tools
• Experience in performing advanced preventive maintenance procedures
• Ability to work with others in identifying and solving complex manufacturing problems
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, architectural, and mechanical diagrams, drawings, and specifications
• Advanced knowledge of procedures to test for, locate, and repair electrical malfunctions
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles

Qualifications

What will put you ahead:

• Advanced knowledge of production processes
• 2 years experience as an electrician in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Associate's degree in electronics or related field
• Experience in maintaining compliance with local and national electrical code

Benefits

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
• A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid life and short & long-term disability plans
• Supplemental life, critical illness, and accident plans for you and your family
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
• “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
• Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company-provided tools