The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint. At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide. Job Title: Electrical Technician Summary: Applies electrical theory, related knowledge, and advanced troubleshooting skills to maintain and repair operational electrical/electronic machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Diagnoses cause of electrical/electronic malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective maintenance.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Plans, directs, and records periodic electrical testing, and recommends or initiates modification or replacement of equipment which fails to meet acceptable operating standards.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains all of the plant electrical and electronic systems in all areas of the plant.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Performs a wide variety of electrical/electronic installations and maintenance on plant systems.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Works with precision test equipment to test and diagnose problems with electrical/electronic equipment and machinery in the plant.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Constantly watches over machines, tools, and areas assigned ensuring they are being maintained in top condition.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Repair and/or replace defective electrical and electronic controls, wiring, hardware, and apparatus.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Maintain and follow technical procedures as pertains to specific systems and equipment.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 33.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Education and/or Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Skills and Abilities : <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Relay logic</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">AC/DC motor and drive theory</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Transformer theory</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">PLC experience</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work overtime as needed and on-call rotations</li> </ul> Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Apply Now! If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below. At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class. ***Please be aware of recruitment scams. Klöckner Pentaplast will never ask candidates to provide payments, bank details, national identification numbers, or any other sensitive personal information during the interview process. If you're unsure about the legitimacy of a communication claiming to be from kp, please contact us directly at [email protected].

Electrical Technician (Gordonsville, VA, US, 22942) @ Klöckner Pentaplast

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