Barry-Wehmiller

Electrical Technician 3

Spokane, WA Full time

About Us:

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines.


Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY  

Under general supervision, the Electrical/Electronics Technician performs electrical assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and testing operations on moderate to complex hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.

SUMMARY

There are 3 grades in the Electrical/Electronics Technician classification with each grade advancement being inclusive of the prior in the sequence.  Preceding advancement to the next grade, team members are required to actively participate in the safety process, have a clean work record clear of any disciplinary actions for 12 months, and have a promotion recommendation by their respective lead and supervisor.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manor

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

  • Possess a positive attitude towards all employees and create positive working relationships

  • Demonstrate proper use of all safety equipment through everyday use and practice

  • Perform material handling duties (part identification and handling, loading trucks, basic rigging)

  • Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools related to machine building

  • Perform duties as assigned by lead or supervisor

  • Attend all required team and company meetings

  • Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area through continuous 7S efforts

LEVEL 3:

  • Read and interpret wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions

  • Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions

  • Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements

  • Actively participate in testing of completed machines; diagnose and remedy electrical programs 

  • Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions

  • Applies and understands the engineering change order process and submits to his/her respective supervisor proposed changes for engineering approval

  • Demonstrates working knowledge of 3-phase wiring (polarity of each leg)

  • Actively participate on lean project teams supporting Alliance’s continuous improvement process

  • Provide manufacturing input into research and development activities

  • Plots labels, terminal markers, machine wiring and print labels for panels

  • Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, handle increased responsibility, and apply sound judgment within the scope of responsibility as required

  • Assemble, tests, and troubleshoots complex assemblies using blueprints, diagrams, and or schematics

  • Demonstrate proficiency or ability to explain Visual MRP (find blueprints, part structure, part location, and man-hour reporting)

  • Independently performs testing and ring-out of completed machines; displays capability to diagnose and remedy electrical program issues   

  • Train lower-level Electrical Technicians in assembly and diagnostic techniques

  • Demonstrate advanced understanding of machine and system functionality across product lines

  • Demonstrate advanced proficiency in electrical controls, sensors, and 3-phase wiring for Alliance product lines

  • Leads the ring-out of machines (follows ringout sheet, safety requirements, and machine troubleshooting)

  • Assists Field Service and Engineering with manufacturing issues, installations, design solutions, and high-level machine operation

  • Assist as necessary to maintain proper flow of work through the assigned area; participate int training less experienced associates

PURCHASING AUTHORITY LEVEL

None.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Advanced blueprint/schematic reading. Military, trade school or community college coursework in mechanical/electrical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting desired.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a high level of physical flexibility, strength, and stamina, including the ability to: see and assess drawings, photos, and written instructions; audibly hear verbal instructions and mechanical signals (forklifts, cranes, machine alarms, etc.); and speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.

 

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, an individual must be willing and able to

  • have full range of body movement: head, neck, shoulders; lift arms overhead; work overhead; reach, lift, push/pull, walk, climb, kneel, bend; good dexterity and range of movement in fingers, hands and wrists

  • sit for at least three hours

  • stand on feet for at least three hours

  • repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds

  • maintain confidence and balance while working on ladders up to 12 feet tall

 

EMPLOYEE EQUIPMENT   

Must be able to provide an assortment of tools in a rollaway toolbox and steel-toed boots.

 

DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIORS AND SKILLS REQUIRED FOR ADVANCEMENT

Advancement will be considered upon employees consistently executing essential duties and demonstrating the desired leadership behaviors, process knowledge and skills required at each respective level.

Compensation: $29-31 (DOE)

Benefits: Alliance offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with employer match, PTO, paid holidays and a bonus program. 


At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.


 

Company:

Alliance