Electrical Technician
Job Description
Location: Itasca, IL
- We are seeking a highly motivated Controls Technician to join our team and play a vital role in supporting our plant operations. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and programmatic issues within our automated systems. You will also play a key role in developing preventative and predictive maintenance plans to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Ensure adherence to all safety and quality procedures
- Analyze and troubleshoot plant equipment problems
- Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance plans
- Manage parts and repairs for efficient equipment upkeep
- Design and integrate improvements to automated quality inspection systems
- Provide training to staff on controls systems and maintenance procedures
- Assist the team with troubleshooting and repairs via phone and on-site support
- Work collaboratively with operations leadership on new equipment installation and commissioning
- Create training materials and work instructions for consistent best practices
- Travel to other plants as needed to provide project support
- Associate's degree in Electrical Technology or Computer Technology (or 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience)
- Strong understanding of PLC programming (experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Wonderware a plus)
- Experience with Beckhoff data acquisition systems and network integration
- Familiarity with HMI touchscreen applications and programming
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proficiency in using computers and troubleshooting software
Meet Your Recruiter
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Alyssa Ford
Alyssa Ford is a dedicated Technical Recruiter, driven by her commitment to establishing meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in navigating the complexities of career transitions.
With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and a total of 2 years in the recruiting field, Alyssa has already significantly impacted talent acquisition.
Alyssa's innate ability to connect with people and understand their unique career aspirations has been instrumental in her success as a Technical Recruiter. She finds great joy in forging professional relationships and participating in candidates' journeys as they navigate the tough decisions associated with job changes.
Having experienced the challenges of job hunting firsthand, Alyssa empathizes with candidates facing similar struggles. She encourages job seekers not to lose hope and to stay persistent throughout their search. Alyssa believes that the right role will come along at the right time, and maintaining a positive attitude and determination can make all the difference in finding the perfect fit.