Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minnesota

Maintenance Automation Technician

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States, and headquartered in Horsham, PA, Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states, including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 13 countries and over 8,500 employees worldwide, Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use. The Duluth location is undergoing rapid expansion, making it an exciting time to join our team. Our workforce is engaged, dependable, and values a team-based culture. Apply today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and build a career. An ideal team member for this role is local to the Twin Ports region, highly organized, has previous manufacturing recruiting experience, and enjoys a fast paced environment. Join our team today!

This role is integral to fostering a positive workplace culture by managing key HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong decision-making skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and a thorough understanding of HR operations within a manufacturing environment.

Sofidel America of Duluth, MN is looking for an Automation/Electrical Technician to join our dynamic team. This role ensures professional and technical expertise to improve the efficiency of our operational systems, improve the quality of our products, and find more cost-effective ways to meet these goals while reducing costs. Perform duties to ensure that all electrical/automation maintenance is performed; replace and repair components and parts as needed, program monitoring systems, and troubleshoot errors to keep the plant in safe and efficient operating condition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use the appropriate tools and software to troubleshoot and diagnose the root cause of electrical issues in the facility.
• Troubleshoot and test the functionality of process instrumentation; flow meters, level transmitters, level switches, etc.
• Work with internal and external resources to resolve issues as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals.
• PLC/DCS programming, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Repair electrical and electronic systems including any electromechanical production equipment.
• Collect PLC input and output data to monitor the efficiency of equipment to assist in the planning of future conversion operations.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to troubleshoot and maintain process control systems.
• Complete the necessary documentation to ensure control documentations are correct and follow all necessary control procedures, and update drawings to reflect process improvements and field changes.
• Assist and consult with the management/engineering on projects as needed.
• Adhere to safe work practices, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
• Manage and work with contractors and vendors to monitor and improve efficiency and output.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Must be able to work on a rotating 12 Hour Shifts.

• Technical Degree in Electrical, Electronics Technology, Electro-Mechanical or Automation/Engineering preferred
• Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
• Three years of strong industrial electrical background in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
• Strong electronics background is preferred with experience also in 480 volt, 2300 volt, 35k volts, 3-Phase Controls; AB/Rockwell DC Drive; AB/Rockwell PLC’s, Control Logic; Reading Electrical Drawings and Ladder Logic.
• Experience with variable frequency drives and smart field instruments (i.e. pressure, flow, temperature, level and analytical transmitters, valve positioners, valve actuators and PID controllers) is necessary.
• Understanding of the working components of PLC/DCS systems.

Physical Demands:

Lift/Carry Requirements:

Stand
O (Occasionally)

10 lbs. or less
F (Frequently)

Walk
O (Occasionally)

11-20 lbs.
O (Occasionally)

Sit
F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)

Handling /Fingering
F (Frequently)

51- 100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward
F (Frequently)

Over 100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder
O (Occasionally)

Push / Pull

Climb
F (Frequently)

12 lbs. or less
F (Frequently)

Crawl
N (Not Applicable)

13-25 lbs.
O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel
O (Occasionally)

26-40 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)

Bend
O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (within normal range) and touch

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes, eye and ear protection, reflective vests, harness and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

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