Westlake · 2 weeks ago
Electromechanical Lead Technician
Westlake Pipe & Fittings is a leading manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings in North America. The Electromechanical Lead Technician is responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems in a manufacturing environment, along with supervising maintenance staff in the absence of the Maintenance superintendent.
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Responsibilities
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner
Individual must have experience in Allen Bradle, and PLC logic programming
Individual must possess electrical circuit troubleshooting skills
Experience in an industrial environment as well as the ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, sketches and schematics
Ability to write advanced A/B PLC logic program
Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits
Must be familiar with related test equipment and three phase 480V circuits
Experience with 480V and below
Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface
Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation
Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics repair and installation, consistent with plant electricians
Assist in the training of new maintenance techs, A, B, C and electomechanical techs
Must be a dedicated, hard-working self-starter
Experience in the repair, installation and troubleshooting of commercial industry machinery, plumbing, and/or physical building structure is desired
Must be able to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes and any other PPE that is required in the performance of the responsibilities of the position
Work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor
Ability and willingness to work overtime/on-call as needed and to take on additional assignments as requested by management
Maintain 5S standards
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Formal technical training in electronics with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the craft (PLC, troubleshooting, repair, programming controllers)
Individual must have experience in Allen Bradley, and PLC logic programming
Individual must possess electrical circuit troubleshooting skills
Experience in an industrial environment as well as the ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, sketches and schematics
Ability to write advanced A/B PLC logic program
Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits
Must be familiar with related test equipment and three phase 480V circuits
Experience with 480V and below
Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface
Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation
Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics repair and installation, consistent with plant electricians
Assist in the training of new maintenance techs, A, B, C and electromechanical techs
Must be a dedicated, hard-working self-starter
Must be able to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes and any other PPE that is required in the performance of the responsibilities of the position
Work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor
Ability and willingness to work overtime/on-call as needed and to take on additional assignments as requested by management
Maintain 5S standards
Perform additional duties as assigned
Preferred
Associates degree in electronic field or Journeyman's card preferred
Experience in the repair, installation and troubleshooting of commercial industry machinery, plumbing, and/or physical building structure is desired
Benefits
Full range of medical and other benefits
Company
Westlake
Westlake is a manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, polymers and building products. It is a sub-organization of Westlake Chemical Partners.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2B2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2017-01-07Post Ipo Equity
2004-08-11IPO
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