Job Description:

Position Summary:

This is a part time position. Openings are on 1st and 3rd shift.

Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.  Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as robots, conveyors and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints. Modification, and maintenance of facility electrical systems, production equipment, electronics and debugging of Allen Bradley PLC components and controls.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install electrical components, equipment or systems using blueprints, schematics, manuals or other specifications to determine installation procedures.
• Troubleshoots an electrical panel.
• Connects power supply wires to equipment, connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints.
• Maintains equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations or tests.
• Calibrate equipment to specifications.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors and position sensing devices.
• Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
• Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure it functions properly.
• Inspects components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects such as loose Knows connections or frayed wires.
• Reference electrical drawings to resolve issues.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning or repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems.
• Testing of high voltage protocol.
• Knows how to use computer software to program, draw, modify and store schematics.
• Knows how to troubleshoot a PLC with a laptop to resolve issues.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact with production cells
• Able to complete duties under tight deadlines and while attending to multiple duties simultaneously
• Ability to solve problems when material shortage issues occur
• Able to lift 50 pounds (with team lift)
• Must have basic working knowledge of computers (data input and retrieval)
• Proficient basic math skills
• Ability to write legibly and maintain records

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Journeyman certificate or 8 years of experience in a similar role
• Must have working knowledge of Allen Bradley Controls Schemes
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Must be well organized with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to work any shift as assigned and overtime as required.
• Physically capable and available to work overtime including holidays, weekends and evenings.
• State of Michigan Electrical License is required for electrician candidates.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.

Position Type:

Regular

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Additional Information:

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.