Electrician

Chilhowie, VA 24319

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Controls Engineering Job Number: 46224482 Compensation: $90000-110000 / year

Job Description

Title: Electrician 
Location: Chilhowie, VA
Salary/Comp: $85-110k
Type of Role: Direct Hire
Industry: Packaging 

We're seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Technician to support our manufacturing operations. You will help ensure product quality, support equipment upgrades, and troubleshoot control systems. This role also includes programming, equipment installation, and continuous improvement projects, all while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure products meet or exceed quality and customer expectations.
  • Work with different departments to improve electrical/electronic controls while following NEC and NEMA codes.
  • Assist maintenance staff with troubleshooting and provide training to enhance their understanding of control systems.
  • Offer technical expertise for daily manufacturing needs.
  • Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.
  • Install and maintain electrical components for reliability and performance improvements.
  • Create accurate electrical schematics for control system projects.
  • Guide external vendors on electrical requirements for new equipment, including standardization and documentation.
  • Support improvement and corrective action projects as needed.
  • Design and maintain systems for tracking real-time plant performance.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience:
  • 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project is preferred.

Meet Your Recruiter

Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter

Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.

As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.

One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.

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