Great Lakes Brewing Company · 3 days ago
Electrical & Controls Technician
Greater Cleveland
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expGreat Lakes Brewing Company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician to provide electrical installation and maintenance of systems within the brewery. The role involves troubleshooting, modifying software, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while assisting various departments with electrical needs.
BrewingFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Responsible for providing electrical installation and maintenance of electrical systems
Responsible for developing and modifying PLC and HMI software to achieve project and business objectives
Troubleshoot, configure, and schedule Ethernet, ControlNet, and DeviceNet control networks
Install and/or re-wire existing equipment as required per NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 79
Provide electrical assistance to all areas of the brewery & restaurant
Diagnose malfunctioning equipment and troubleshoot electrical/controls problems
Respond timely to any electrical or mechanical issues within the brewery & brewpub
Read, analyze, and interpret electrical schematics and drawings
Read, analyze, and interpret AB ladder logic programs both offline and online
React to anomalies by developing and executing contingency and alternate plans for resolving problems and communicate as needed to the appropriate personnel
Assist the maintenance department with performing regular preventive mechanical & electrical maintenance as well as troubleshooting and repairs on equipment & machine
Complete all work while adhering to applicable safety standards as specified in NFPA 70E
Assist engineering in driving plant-wide electrical and equipment safety
Specify and procure electrical and controls components, sensors, and devices for projects
Operate various types of tools & equipment safely and efficiently
Ensure a safe workplace by promoting safe work practices
Maintain cleanliness of department areas, including shop and parts stores
Perform all other duties as assigned or needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of three years of relevant industrial experience, five plus years preferred
Demonstrable knowledge, skills or abilities in electrical matters
Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), 70E (Electrical Safety), and 79 (Industrial Machinery)
Prior experience with installation and troubleshooting of machine controls and instrumentation
Prior experience with the PPE, tools, and practices required for safe work on energized equipment
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to operate in a team environment and follow written and verbal instructions
Lift and handle objects weighing up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to work flexible and extended hours as needed including weekends
Preferred
Associates or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
Formal PLC training and/or associates degree in related field
International Society of Automation (ISA) CAP or CCST
Company
Great Lakes Brewing Company
From the beginning, we've aspired to craft our beloved and award-winning beers in a socially and environmentally responsible way.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark King
Chief Executive Officer
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