Ardagh Group · 13 hours ago
Electronic Technician Journeyman)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$44.61/hr - $44.61/hr
3+ years expArdagh Group is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal beverage cans, and they are seeking an Electronic Technician Journeyman to modify, repair, and overhaul electrical and electronic equipment across the facility. The role involves troubleshooting electrical issues, maintaining PLC programs, and ensuring the operational efficiency of plant equipment.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Install, modify, rebuild, repair or overall all types of electronic/electrical equipment and controls with an emphasis on plant operations
Remove and/or install electronic/electrical equipment and parts
Analyze and correct electrical/electronic problems
Must be familiar with electrical/electronic tools, gauges, calibration and testing equipment
Must have a working knowledge of computers, hand and power tools, pipe threader, etc
Must be familiar with motors, transformers, conduits, bus ducts, fittings, wires, cable, transistors and other electrical/electronic gauges, meters and control devices
Must be able to modify, maintain, and install PLC programs
Identify PLC problems, troubleshoot PLCs and maintain PLC updated documentation and wiring changes
Receive wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications and instructions covering scheduled and emergency repair, installation and inspection work to be done
Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles, wiring specifications, codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment
Make sketches of parts and layouts, design and construct adaptations or conversions of component parts, including the necessary phases of development work
Perform Preventative Maintenance inspection of assigned equipment, report findings and take appropriate action
Write and perform maintenance work orders as required
Make mechanical and electrical repairs as required in servicing electronic equipment, including assembling, modifying, repairing and replacement of individual electronic parts within components, circuit modules, and printed circuit boards
Maintain performance inventory and maintenance records for electrical and electronic equipment
Advise operators, mechanics, and other electrical maintenance personnel of standard operating procedures and requirements for electronic and electrical equipment and controls
Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment notes and corrective action taken
Operate equipment and assist production as directed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Journeyman electrician designation with at least three years industrial experience
Experience with installation, troubleshooting, repair and adjustment of industrial, electrical and electronic equipment
Working knowledge of 3 phase power circuits and ability read electrical prints
Ability to pass the Mechanical Comprehension test at 50% or higher
Strong working knowledge in safety principles
High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred
Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Modicon PLCs, Controllogix5000 is a plus
Software Experience With Frequency Drives, Yaskawa And Others Preferred
Benefits
Success Share Bonus
Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
401(k) Plan
Company
Ardagh Group
Ardagh Group manufactures metal and glass packaging solutions for various industries worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.34B2025-07-28Debt Financing· $1.5B
2024-04-15Debt Financing· $839.36M
2017-03-14IPO
Leadership Team
Shaun Murphy
Chief Operating Officer
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Paul Clarke
Group Director (AMPSA), Risk Management
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