Gateway Aluminum St. Louis – Industrial Electricians
A subsidiary of Packaging Matters, Gateway Aluminum is the most recent addition to over 70 years of privately owned sustainable container companies. Recently formed, Gateway Aluminum, looks forward to continuing the decades long tradition of producing high quality, flat rolled aluminum products at this location.
At Gateway Aluminum we believe Safety is how we must do business. Safety is a Core Value, not a Priority. Priorities change, Values are Embedded. We are looking for “like minded” people who share this same value not only on the job but in their personal lives too.
At Gateway Aluminum, our culture is a living, breathing facet of our Company. It’s the result of the people on our team; the way we interact with one another, how we receive feedback, and how we work hard and perform well safely. All of these and the characteristics of each associate are what make our Company unique.
In today’s job market, job seekers can afford to be picky about the type of company they choose to join. For that reason, you should join our team where individuals from all occupations feel welcome.
We are looking for experienced Industrial Maintenance Electricians to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of heavy industrial equipment in an aluminum casting/rolling manufacturing environment.
WE OFFER OUR ASSOCIATES COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401K and ROTH 401K
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Company Provided PPE
- Shift Premium
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Promote safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous quality improvement in accordance with company policies.
- Adhere to all JSA’s (Job Safety Analysis) and Standard Work Instructions.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Inspect, maintain, repair, overhaul solid-state low voltage (< 600VAC) motor control systems for primary plant equipment (AC and DC up to 3,000 hp) and support equipment (EOT cranes, evaporative cooling tower systems, air compressors, etc.).
- Perform equipment automation and control system preventative maintenance and troubleshooting; Siemens 300/400 and TDC families of components, Siemens TIA Portal (step 7), Rockwell SLC, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix.
- Perform motor drive system preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on Siemens and Rockwell families of drive systems.
- Troubleshooting using PLC interface for diagnostics.
- Assist in the installation, start-up, and commissioning of new equipment, as required; Assuring that all operations and utilities equipment complies with minimum Safety & Operational requirements.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of equipment maintenance activities.
- Assists in writing and reviewing of operational and safety JSAs on plant Equipment; improves procedures and develops new JSAs based on observations and experiences.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
- Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
- Observe and evaluate the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using a variety of testing devices.
- Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
- Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
- Record repairs and maintenance performed.
- Study blueprints or manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
- Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
- Demonstrate equipment functions and features to operators.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three (3) years of continuous work experience in a manufacturing environment with automation, calibrated instrumentation, electrical and mechanical repairs, and laptop to PLC interfaces.
- Ability to read and interpret complex electronic/electrical drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of PLC logic, industrial automation, and control systems, in-line measurement systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics, etc. preferred.
- Able to systematically troubleshoot problems for highly technical equipment and instrumentation.
- Able to safely operate a forklift, overhead cranes, and an aerial lift on occasion.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
- High school diploma supplemented by 3+ years of continuous electrical maintenance and repair experience in a manufacturing environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to perform all essential physical functions of working in a manufacturing environment such as, climbing, standing, bending, reaching, and squatting.
- Hands to finger use – fine motor skills such as, turning, grasping, pinching, wrapping, writing, typing, etc.
- Must be able to lift to fifty pounds.
- This position description is meant to describe the typical kinds of duties or difficulty level that may be required of positions with this title. The use of a particular expression shall not limit or exclude other duties or difficulty levels not mentioned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Working with and near electrical and mechanical machinery and equipment.
- Working in and on machines in an uncontrolled climate.
- Rotating shift work and overtime required to include weekends and holidays as needed.
Gateway Aluminum, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay-off, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
If you meet these qualifications, Call 314-282-0286 for more information on completing an application.