Electrician - Automotive Industry

A Tier 1 OEM supplier requires an Electrician - Automotive Industry to ensure continuous plant availability through effective maintenance of electrical equipment. 

This position is based in East London.

Duties & Requirements:

• Machine maintenance as per provided schedules. (Performs PM's, cleans and lubricates injection moulding machines and equipment)
• Troubleshooting, repair and improvement of complex plastics processing and ancillary equipment.
• Will be required to perform root cause analysis, practical development and implement solutions to increase equipment reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Our ideal candidate ensures that the facility and equipment are maintained at the highest level and runs efficiently; will coordinate and implement preventive maintenance activities; provides guidance to peers to ensure optimum production, quality and safety while minimizing costs, energy usage and waste in accordance with corporate policies and health & safety laws.
• Modifies, repairs, and rebuilds plant machinery and equipment
• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Visually inspects and solves problems in machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or improper operation
• Documents repairs and maintenance of manufacturing machinery
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
• Potential duties may also include fabrication and installation of related trades; performing building maintenance; and general carpentry or plumbing
• Participates in the implementation of various improvement projects

 Requirements:

• Red seal qualification at a reputable institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience (10 years preferred) performing maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and/or robotics systems
• Experience with Plastic injection moulding, extrusion and/or thermoforming
• Understanding of the functionality of relays, motor contactors, motor starters, solid state relays, soft starts and variable frequency drives
• Familiarity with the operation and troubleshooting of PLC programming
• Ability to safely trace electrical circuits with a multi-meter and wiring schematic to find faulty components
• Experience in electrical distribution and machine controls ranging from 24 to 480 volts AC/DC
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using schematic diagrams
• Ability to perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Proficiency with using a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Compliance with safety regulations and maintenance of clean and orderly work areas
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good attendance and punctuality
• Good time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Demonstrates positive demeanour, professionalism, and the ability to work within a team environment
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as required