Loparex · 1 day ago
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician-Night Shift
Iowa City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLoparex LLC is a global leader in release liner manufacturing, seeking dedicated individuals to join their Iowa City team. The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician will provide skilled electrical troubleshooting and support for paper conversion machinery while ensuring safety and continuous improvement in collaboration with various departments.
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Responsibilities
Provides skilled electrical troubleshooting and support for paper conversion machinery in an industrial environment
Highly involved in identifying and correcting safety concerns; participates in safety program and adheres to all rules and procedures
Works alongside safety, production, process and maintenance departments to drive continuous improvement
Safe working knowledge of low voltage systems up to 480 VAC/3-Phase and 600 VDC
Ability to troubleshoot motor control systems consisting of starter circuits and drive applications. Typical drives include AB PowerFlex, Yaskawa, Siemens and Magnatek
Effectively read electrical schematics for control systems and power distribution. Also creates and modifies drawings using AutoCAD
Utilizes multi-meter, process meter and various electrical tools to perform electrical testing
Installs and performs scheduled calibrations of instrumentation including infrared cameras, RTD's, thermocouples and mass flow meters for quality control under ISO standards
Completes work orders assigned to the E&I group for troubleshooting, repair, installations, and process improvements
Understand and troubleshoot analog process control loops for extruders, oven heating and chilled water systems
Capable of troubleshooting PLC programs and HMI's; competently make minor changes to programs with RSLogix 5000/500 and Proficy iFix software
Setup and troubleshoot network communications through serial, Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet protocols
Basic computer usage of MS Office tools and familiar with installing/running software used for communicating with field devices
Qualification
Required
Provides skilled electrical troubleshooting and support for paper conversion machinery in an industrial environment
Highly involved in identifying and correcting safety concerns; participates in safety program and adheres to all rules and procedures
Works alongside safety, production, process and maintenance departments to drive continuous improvement
Safe working knowledge of low voltage systems up to 480 VAC/3-Phase and 600 VDC
Ability to troubleshoot motor control systems consisting of starter circuits and drive applications. Typical drives include AB PowerFlex, Yaskawa, Siemens and Magnatek
Effectively read electrical schematics for control systems and power distribution. Also creates and modifies drawings using AutoCAD
Utilizes multi-meter, process meter and various electrical tools to perform electrical testing
Installs and performs scheduled calibrations of instrumentation including infrared cameras, RTD's, thermocouples and mass flow meters for quality control under ISO standards
Completes work orders assigned to the E&I group for troubleshooting, repair, installations, and process improvements
Understand and troubleshoot analog process control loops for extruders, oven heating and chilled water systems
Capable of troubleshooting PLC programs and HMI's; competently make minor changes to programs with RSLogix 5000/500 and Proficy iFix software
Setup and troubleshoot network communications through serial, Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet protocols
Basic computer usage of MS Office tools and familiar with installing/running software used for communicating with field devices
Ability to work as an electrician in a factory environment
Two-year degree of Applied Science or associate degree in a technical field that relates to Electrical and Instrumentation
Previous experience provides the qualifications to perform the job duties
Ability and skill to use a wide variety of diagnostic and repair tools
Ability to read and follow electrical and mechanical schematics, technical manuals, drawings, and regulatory books
Solid computer skills to include Excel, Word, Outlook and PMC
Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
Ability to use a wide variety of hand and power tools
Ability to weld and use cutting torch
Ability to troubleshoot issues
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Required to provide tools/toolbox
Must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment including ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, and steel toe shoes
Must pass all three pre-employment testings. (Lifting test, drug test, and background check.)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Short and long-term disability
401K and retirement enhancement plan
11 paid holidays
Uniforms, safety shoe allowance, and wellness reimbursement.
Company
Loparex
Loparex is a leading, global manufacturer of silicone release liners, used in a wide variety of pressure sensitive adhesive applications.
Founded in 2001
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Pamplona Capital ManagementIntermediate Capital Group
2024-04-02Private Equity
2019-06-18Acquired
2015-03-30Private Equity
Leadership Team
Charmaine Riggins
Chief Executive Officer
Nichole L. Berg, MBA, CPD
VP of Finance & Business Unit CFO
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