Southwire Company · 1 day ago
Technician, Electronic II
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$39.84/hr - $43.92/hr
5+ years expSouthwire Company is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, specializing in manufacturing building wire and cable, utility products, and various electronic solutions. The Electronic Technician II will perform routine maintenance on equipment, install new machinery, and make repairs to electrical systems to ensure optimal operation and safety.
Consumer GoodsElectrical DistributionElectronicsLightingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Work with Safety Team to identify and mitigate safety concerns
Report all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions, immediately to the supervisor
Perform all other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies
Routine maintenance including, but not limited to field fault analysis, calibration of instrumentation using proper test equipment, component replacement, alignment, and calibration to specification
Preventive tasks including major service and overhaul
Replacement of identified failed parts or components
Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications
Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior
Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system
Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components
Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to determine future maintenance requirements
Perform all other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent
2-year Technical Degree desired
A minimum of 5 years as an industrial electronics technician or comparable skills demonstration preferred
Strong Electronics Background
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and OEM manuals
Understanding of manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment
Must be familiar with normal shop equipment such as drill press, band saw and portable power tools
Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices such as multimeters/oscilloscopes
Must have computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAPPM, Excel, etc.)
Good communication skills with mgt., employees, and suppliers
Successful completion of certification testing
PLC Knowledge is Required
Preferred
A minimum of 5 years as an industrial electronics technician or comparable skills demonstration preferred
Experience With AGVs, LGVs, and ASRS Strongly Preferred
Benefits
401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Company
Southwire Company
Southwire is one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of building wire and utility cable, as well as the tools
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Norman Adkins
Chief Operating Officer
Rich Stinson
Executive Advisor
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