Deeter Foundry (The NEI Group)

At Deeter Foundry, our product is iron. We manufacture the highest quality iron castings in support of the public works infrastructure of communities throughout the United States. Our Industrial Electricians play a critical role in the manufacture of our products. They install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and facilities to keep our production processes safe and efficient. They play this role in a supportive environment that values teamwork, dedication, and continual learning. If you have the knowledge, experience and desire to fill this critical role at Deeter Foundry, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Pay Rate

Up to $50.00 per hour (dependent upon experience and qualifications).

Typical Hours

1st Shift 6:00am-4:30pm, Monday - Friday, or

2nd Shift 4:00pm-2:30am, Monday - Friday

Job Description

Installs, repairs, rebuilds, troubleshoots, diagnoses, tests, programs, connects, and performs other electrical and occasional mechanical work for the facility.

Essential Job Functions (performed either with or without accommodation)

• Use electrical measurement equipment and tools of the trade effectively.
• Install and repairs electrical wiring, controls, switches, transformers, storage masters, etc.
• Install and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment, such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage tester.
• Install electrical equipment: D.C. motors and generators, A.C. motors, generators and rectifiers, solenoids.
• Construction and installation of conduit and pipe, machines and equipment, light and power distribution.
• Perform general building maintenance: Substations (Secondary circuits), light and power circuits elevators, cranes, hoists, etc.
• Perform general machine and equipment maintenance: Control systems, venting, induction heating, machine tools, welding equipment, and electrical equipment.
• Construct and install, troubleshoot and repair of electronic equipment and controls
• Connect power supply wiring to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other workers, such as machine operator, maintenance technicians and department Manager to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools.
• Diagnoses, and replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards, using electronic test equipment and hand tools.
• Replaces electric motors and rewires motors.
• May push buttons and press keys on robot controller, teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, such as robots, to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.
• May plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• May diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Must work safely and in accordance with all rules and regulations of the plant, company and OSHA.
• Authorized and trained to handle hazardous waste. Assist with the waste stream management of the cupola bag house dust, slag and quench tank discharge, including but not limited to sampling, container inspections, and performance of Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
• Maintain consistent attendance.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions".

Expected Areas of Competence (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Maintain consistent attendance.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with a wide variety.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose the various power, function and control systems of production equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, pneumatics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and basic electrical functions.
• Ability to think critically to analyze information and data to suggest alternative solutions to problems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and mechanical processes to keep them running efficiently.
• Knowledge of basic computer software (i.e. - Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Ability to read, interpret and understand directions.
• Must be a self-starter and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to make logical decisions and to know when to ask for assistance.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Products

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
• High school diploma required. Two-year technical degree in electrical or related field highly preferred.
• Two to Four years electrical maintenance experience required, industrial experience highly preferred.
• One to two years of PLC experience required.
• Ability to read, interpret, understand directions.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.

Physical Requirements (met either with or without accommodation)

• Occasionally exert up to 50 lbs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.
• Frequently exert up to 20 lbs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.
• Continually walk, stand or sit.
• Occasionally squat, kneel or climb.
• Gross and fine manual dexterity to manipulate tools, machine parts and computer systems.
• Occasional reach outward or above shoulder helght.
• Vision: Correctable for depth of field, color, near and far.
• Hearing: Correctable for regular verbal communication.

Deeter Foundry is an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, or national origin.