Electro Mechanical Technician- Weekends
Church & Dwight Co., Inc.About the role
A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.
We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.
Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.
United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.
Electro Mechanical Technician – Job Description
Pay:
- $40.79/hour base pay
- +$1.75/hour shift differential
- Bonus Eligible
Schedule:
- Thursday & Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Essential Functions
- Promote a strong safety culture and awareness within all areas of responsibility; support all plant safety policies and procedures.
- Install, monitor, test, repair, and replace electrical circuits, motors, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, and transformers using appropriate tools and testing instruments.
- Operate, repair, and maintain high‑voltage switchgear, controls, motor control centers, and PLCs.
- Perform diagnostic tests and repair or replace electronic control components and related equipment, including ground fault tracing and cable replacement.
- Provide controls support in troubleshooting PLC‑based systems and instrumentation, with a willingness to grow this skill set.
- Plan and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in machinery and buildings, including repairing or replacing conduit and wiring.
- Diagnose malfunctioning electrical equipment using testing instruments and hand tools to identify issues and correct problems.
- Diagnose, repair, and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment (e.g., seals, gaskets, bearings on motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, sumps, mills).
- Troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
- Execute preventative maintenance schedules and perform routine mechanical and electrical inspections (e.g., emergency lighting, motors, switchgear, smoke detectors).
- Follow all department GMPs, SOPs, JSAs, and safety policy requirements; participate in safety training and comply with all safety procedures.
- Wear appropriate PPE and adhere to all safety protocols.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Work from sketches or verbal instructions.
- Interpret blueprints.
- Work closely with the controls engineer.
- Create work notifications in the Maintenance Management System.
- Advise management when equipment operation could be hazardous.
- Assist with all tasks necessary to maintain the facility.
- Follow all plant safety, GMP, and SOP regulations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all organizational levels.
- Strong communication skills—clear and concise in verbal and written formats.
- Ability to prioritize and direct work in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical power and control systems, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic principles.
- Strong working knowledge of AC/DC motors, PLCs, relay control systems, and analog controls.
- Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
- Skilled in troubleshooting operating errors and determining corrective actions.
- Proficiency with electrical measuring instruments.
- Ability to install equipment, machines, controls, conduit, and wiring.
- Ability to repair machines or systems using appropriate tools.
- Proven knowledge of NEC, UL standards, Allen‑Bradley controls, AC and motor controls, and various process sensors.
- Strong prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work independently.
- Computer skills sufficient to interface with machine programs, email, and electronic documents.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Black Seal boiler operator license desirable or willingness to obtain one.
- Ability to provide recommendations for upgrades or improvements.
- Ability to recognize when immediate repair is needed versus a planned permanent repair.
- Ability to report and communicate work effectively within the team.
- Willingness to participate and
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