Electrician

Job Posting Title

Electrician

Legal Entity

Metaldyne Sintered Ridgway, LLC (Ridgway Forge and Convent)

Job Description Summary

Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems, controls, and equipment to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations. Performs preventive maintenance, electrical installations, equipment upgrades, and diagnostic activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures. Works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production personnel to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Performs the responsibilities detailed below for the assigned area.

Job Description:

• Follow all environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Follow safe operating procedures and maintain compliance with 5S standards
• Perform preventive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment
• Communicate equipment status, issues, and repair activities during shift transitions
• Troubleshoot and support Allen-Bradley PLC systems, FANUC robotics, CNC controls, and related automation equipment
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, equipment reliability, and productivity
• Plan and execute new or modified electrical installations in accordance with specifications and applicable electrical codes
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings, including U.S. and European standards
• Install, repair, splice, terminate, and connect electrical wiring and components
• Create and maintain material lists for maintenance and project work orders
• Install and connect lighting systems, power equipment, motors, disconnects, bus plugs, and grounding systems
• Install and maintain electrical control and distribution equipment, including switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels
• Test electrical circuits, components, and systems using multimeters, megohmmeters, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic equipment
• Inspect and monitor electrical systems to identify hazards, failures, and improvement opportunities
• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, facility systems, HVAC systems, lighting systems, and building support equipment
• Balance sintering furnace glo-bars to maintain consistent heating performance
• Wire, install, and modify control panels and electrical systems to support equipment upgrades and improvements
• Record maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance activities within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Assist maintenance, engineering, and production personnel as directed
• Locate, understand, and follow all applicable work instructions and procedures
• Meet physical requirements as outlined in the Physical Demand Analysis
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Education

• Associate Degree in Electrical-related field or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.