About the Role:  We are looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team. This associate will be a skilled, self-motivated, service-oriented individual and will provide night shift electrical maintenance, mechanical and calibration support for our manufacturing and facility operations. The associate will be responsible for electrical and mechanical repairs and maintenance on all types of production, facility, and lab equipment with a focus of preventive maintenance/calibrations and breakdown support activities. Standard shift hours are Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. with flexibility based on business needs.

 
 
This role will be located at our Appleton North facility in Elkton, Maryland.

 

Pay and Benefits:

$33.00 - $52.00 per hour  This role is eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts (in California, the shift differential pay is $2.40/hour). Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits.  More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits
 

 

Responsibilities: 

Foster and maintain a positive and safe working environment
Partner with manufacturing associates and engineers to understand needs and priorities to ensure that all assets and equipment are maintained
Troubleshoot and repair equipment utilizing drawings, manuals, equipment history, and tools as required and provide input on preventive / predictive maintenance tasks to process and design engineers as needed
Basic fabrication skills utilizing machine shop equipment (drill press, saw, mill, lathe, sheet metal forming, etc.)
Document and sign off on completed maintenance/calibration activities including time, parts, and description of work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Provide day-to-day electrical and mechanical maintenance repair support to all manufacturing and operations including but not limited to; complex fluid handling processes, rotary /punch press die cutting platforms, labs, facility equipment and executing any calibration tasks required
Provide off shift and weekend support as necessary to provide hands on support for manufacturing or facility related issues
Organize and direct outside contractors as needed

Required Qualifications: 

Journey level electrical skills with minimum 3 years hands-on experience in an industrial production facility, utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and variable speed drives
Experience with basic instrumentation devices (e.g. temperature controllers, analog devices) and general calibration processes
Understanding and familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, and vacuum systems
Solid understanding of OSHA, NEC (National Electric Code), NFPA codes 
Desktop computer skills and able to work from drawings coupled with basic understanding of networking and operating systems as related to automation controls
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and the ability to follow written procedures
Ability to work safely in an industrial environment including, working from ladders, aerial lifts, and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to mentor other associates including apprentices, collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks while handling complex projects
Ability to work overtime, perform on call duties after normal working hours and ability to travel up to 5%

  

Desired Qualifications: 

Experience with Siemens or Allen Bradley & Wonderware HMI (Human Machine Interface)
Robotics & Building Automation Systems
Welding, fabrication, mechanical and rigging skills

  

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

 

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

 

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

 

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. 

 

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

 

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description. 

 

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact

Additional Information Travel%: None Shift: Night Job Schedule: Full-time Posting End Date: Nov 14, 2024