Electrician - Manufacturing/Packaging Equipment

The Sherwin-Williams Company - Chicago, Illinois

Welcome to Sherwin-Williams.  Sherwin-Williams is the largest coatings company in North America, and the third largest in the world. With $11 billion in sales, 4,000 stores, and 90 manufacturing and technical centers, we proudly serve customers in over 120 countries. Our 45,000 employees across the globe are diverse, innovative and passionate. With a variety of rewarding and challenging opportunities, Sherwin-Williams is a great place to launch and grow a career. Find yours and join us today.

 

The Electrician will be accountable for the efficient operation of all the electrical-related equipment and instrumentation throughout the facility, both inside and outside of the building. This position is also responsible for the successful utilization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System.

 

Major tasks include:
• Independently trouble shoot, diagnose, repair, and make minor program changes to programmable logic controllers.
• Read and interpret ladder logic diagrams, read blueprints, wiring diagrams and make own layouts as required
• Independently trouble shoot, diagnose, repair, and install a range of equipment from low voltage to 480 volt/277 volt circuits, motor controls, control logic, and power wiring.
• Make new major installations and repairs as well as perform general maintenance and repairs.
• Use necessary tools and instruments to independently perform tasks.
• Obtain parts from storeroom and assign parts to work orders using the computerized maintenance management system.
• Must know and follow safety instructions and maintain housekeeping procedures.
• Notify supervisor, emergency coordinator and other plant authorities as necessary in emergency situations.
• Participate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures for equipment & Maintenance tasks; regularly use these documents to ensure safe and efficient maintenance work.
• Assist in the capture and upkeep of accurate equipment information in the Computerized Maintenance Management System database.
• Participate in the initial installation & upkeep of equipment and piping label as required by plant policy.
• Develop personal skills through ongoing training both at the plant and through outside training classes.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of an effective Preventative Maintenance program.
• Make timely reporting & documentation of equipment breakdowns or mis-operation; provide troubleshooting to minimize downtime of plant equipment.
• Record information required for Work Order closure time-spent on task, details on the work performed, additional work required and parts that were used.

 

Basic Qualifications:
Must have the legal right to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate
Must have at least one (1) year of maintenance experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Must be a certified Electrician
                                                                                                                                                       
The successful candidate must also pass a pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.      

                                                                     

Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) or more years of maintenance experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Post-secondary or technical degree

Experience with variable frequency drives (fractional to 200HP)
Experience with rotary fillers, casepackers, palletizers, or wrappers (robotics highly preferred)
Experience with manufacturing processes i.e. valves, pumps, etc. (pigging systems highly preferred)

 

 

 

Who we are

At Sherwin-Williams, we're proud of the company we keep — our family of loyal employees. To learn about our company and our culture go to Sherwin.com/careers.                                

 

Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

 

 

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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