Controls Technician/Electrician

Do you want to make a lasting difference for our customers and the environment? Start shaping industry from the inside.

Who are we?

Trelleborg’s Engineered Coated Fabrics operation is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry globally. We are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead.  Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside.

About the Job

The Controls Technician/Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, modifying and maintaining all plant equipment. Primary responsibilities include the design, sourcing, installing, and implementation of electronic equipment as well as PLC programming. 

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic issues with production equipment.
• Recommend and maintain electrical and electronic spare parts for production equipment. 
• Improve processes with electrical and electronic design modifications. 
• Maintain accurate documentation related to equipment modifications as well as equipment failures. 
• Oversight of electronic component repair and to be able to recommend outsourcing when needed. 
• Maintain and update calibration data to satisfy accuracy requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance on production equipment as well as support infrastructure and facilities as required. 
• Train other team members on electronic devices when required. 
• Assists production team with operational tasks as needed or when maintenance activities are not going on. 
• Each associate is responsible for following the guidelines and intentions of the Quality and Environmental, Health and Safety policies by performing quality work while minimizing waste. 
• Other duties, as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Excellent mechanical and troubleshooting skills and the ability to use all necessary test equipment.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a team-based work environment.
• Experience with electronics and PLC programming. 
• NFPA 70E Arc flash safety training preferred. 
• First aid certification preferred. 
• Valid electrical license is a plus. 
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.

Successful candidates will have strengths in the following:

• Attention to Detail
• Analytical thinking
• Integrity
• Technical reading comprehension
• Complex problem solving
• Troubleshooting
• Systems evaluation

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Trelleborg is a tobacco-free facility. 

 Benefits  

As a valued Trelleborg team member, you will enjoy: 

• Competitive salary 
• Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k 
• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays 
• Employee assistance program 
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact

Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside