Electrical Technician

The Judge Group services the IT and engineering needs of its clients. Founded in 1970, The Judge Group is a privately owned leading global professional services firm specializing in technology consulting, staffing solutions and corporate training. Their solutions are successfully delivered through a workforce of 4,500 professionals and an international network of over 32 practice offices.

Position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and installing electrical components within a production/manufacturing facility. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses electrical equipment issues, malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed. This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work. Would love someone with a food manufacturing background!

* Troubleshooting, repairing and basic programming of PLC and its components * Troubleshooting, repairing and basic programming of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) * Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment * Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls, automation and all production equipment as needed * Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology * Work with outside contractors working on assigned line * Change line for package changeovers * Comply with GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES, safety, and audit standards * Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)

* Pass technical assessment; Knowledge of automation, electrical systems, electronics, and power transmission * Demonstrated understanding of PLC and variable frequency drive programming * Must be able to work rotating shifts and available on call. **Helpful Experience:** * Experience as an Industrial Electrician OR trade school OR journeyman electrician OR possess a degree majoring in automation and electronics. * Experience with troubleshooting and repairing 480 volt 3 phase, 220 volt 3 phase, control circuits and should expect to perform regular maintenance as required. * Experience in PLC and variable frequency drive programming, preferably in the Allen-Bradley family of controllers. (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.). * Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays). * Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings, etc.). * Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.). * Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.). * Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, encoders, etc.). * Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.) * Experience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays, fuses, etc.). * Experience with Good Manufacturing Practice , food service or food safety (e.g., procedures, safety, national standards such as lock-out/tag-out). * Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).