Packaging Technician

American Sugar Refining, Inc. · Arabi, LA · Yesterday

Art & Creative$43.9/hrFull-time

Overview

The Packaging (Electrical Controls) Technician operates, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles packaging equipment and related equipment. The role involves monitoring equipment operations, making adjustments and repairs, installing and dismantling equipment, performing preventative maintenance, operating various packaging equipment, reporting equipment conditions, and keeping records.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs packaging and related equipment such as baggers, case erectors, case sealers, packers, etc.
Installs and dismantles packaging and related equipment
Performs preventative maintenance work
Operates various packaging equipment
Reports to Supervisor the general condition of equipment and recommends replacement when necessary
Keeps required records and documentation
Responsible for keeping machine(s) and work area clean
Performs other duties as assigned

Work Experiences

Skilled electrical experience using and troubleshooting voltages up to 480 or more in a manufacturing/industrial environment required.
Must have a working knowledge of electrical test equipment, electrical circuits and power supplies, gearboxes, motors, agitators, actuators, valves, wiring and unwiring of equipment.
Previous experience as an Electrical Control Technician or Journeyman Electrician is required.
Experience in PLC troubleshooting, Fanuc robotic controllers, and/or hydraulic and pneumatic fields is preferred.

Education Requirements

A high school diploma or GED preferred.
Electrical Certification from an accredited school or university.

Essential Capabilities

Troubleshoot and repair packaging machine problems with competent speed and accuracy under time and delivery constraints.
Work from electrical schematics, blueprints, drawings, sketches, layout, and other specifications both verbal and written.
Program and maintain coder systems, metal detectors, and check weighers.
Square, lace, replace, and track all types of conveyor belts.
Align, tension, and replace all types of power transmission devices (v-belts, sheaves, chain and sprockets, bearings).
Utilize tools and equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
Start the machine and observe the operation to detect malfunction(s) of the machine.
Work independently as well as a team player.

Physical Requirements

The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
To reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools.
To walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout the shift.
To reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently.
To work in confined spaces.

Location of Role

Chalmette, LA

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.