Manufacturing Electronics Technician (1st Shift)

Why Work at Banner

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products and technology. With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA. Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Pay & Benefits

• 401(k) with match

• Student Loan 401(k) match program

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility

• Flexible work hours

• Life Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Pet Insurance

Position Summary

The 1st Shift Electrical Technician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting production lines and equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. This role serves as the primary technical support during 1st shift operations, quickly diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions to keep manufacturing lines running safely and efficiently. This position is scheduled for the 1st shift, Monday through Friday and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as: Non-Exempt

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install, maintain, and support instruments and control systems used in industrial manufacturing processes

• Work with sensors, control valves, actuators, PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, and related automation equipment

• Provide real-time troubleshooting and repair of electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems on production equipment

• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, sensor, motion control, and electrical issues

• Respond to equipment work requests with urgency to ensure maximum uptime and overall equipment effectiveness

• Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions

• Support rework efforts by diagnosing nonconforming product and implementing corrective actions to reduce scrap and improve first-pass yield

• Support manufacturing lines to minimize downtime and maintain production targets

• Aid in preventive and predictive maintenance activities

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability, throughput, and yield

• Aid in commissioning new equipment and validating process changes

• Document troubleshooting steps, repairs, and improvements in maintenance management systems

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and applicable electrical codes

• Collaborate with engineers, operators, maintenance, quality, and other stakeholders to optimize control strategies and equipment performance

• Communicate effectively to coordinate maintenance activities, share knowledge, and address operational challenges

What You Bring To The Table

• 3+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment

• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field

• Microsoft Office Suite Experience, including experience logging and communicating data through Excel spreadsheets

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during 2nd shifts

• Sense of urgency and ownership

Physical Demands

• Sit for up to 10 hours per day

• Exposed to a computer screen for up to 10 hours per day

• Utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment

• Operate hand and power tools

• Lift at least 50 lbs

• Bend and maneuver in tight, cramped quarters

• Grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools and machine parts

• Read, write, communicate, and understand instructions and procedures in English

• Work outside of a normal shift rotation during call-outs or planned maintenance outage

• Use arms, hands, and fingers, to reach, handle, and feel to complete tasks

Working Environment

• Exposure to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, and temperature changes in production areas

• Manufacturing environment – indoor and climate-controlled

• PPE may be required in specific areas (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection)