Electrical and Instrumentation Technician chez TAMKO Building Products LLC

TAMKO is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician. The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician will perform instrumentation activities pertaining to automation, reliability standards, inspection, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking an innovative, self-directed, ideal team player. This individual can identify and prioritize, within a team, the workload, and resources necessary to resolve problems and continually improve production lines in an asphalt roofing manufacturing facility. If you consider yourself driven to investigate changes and problems, to learn and develop those around you, and are excited to work on a cross functional team of operators and technicians, then this fast paced, engineering position deserves your application!

This well compensated hourly position is part of the Engineering Department. The incumbent will work rotating day/night 12-hr shifts, additional extended hours compensated may occasionally be available or required. Other duties may also be assigned.

Summary of Essential Job Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Executes and participates in the execution and improvement of plant safety and environmental programs.
• Provides plant operational support on a cross-functional shift team to support line waste, uptime and run rate goals.
• Is the lead, technical expert on the high-level equipment processes and their electrical sub-components (sensors, motors, drives, etc.) on their shift.
• Works together with shift industrial technician and operation lead to identify and troubleshoot process issues.
• Supports and participates in line operation and quality tests when needed.
• Excels in radio/face-to-face communication along with larger audience communication through computer applications in regard to work status, troubleshooting steps, resolutions, follow up tasks required, etc.
• Performs planned work on shift basis, prioritizing the work alongside other designated tasks and line calls.
• Identifies parts needed for electrical maintenance and repair projects and appropriately withdraws these parts from the parts room for line calls and planned maintenance.
• Performs electrical repairs on various types of electrical equipment per standard work plans, manuals, etc. Participates in the improvement of this documentation.
• Selects, installs, configures, and calibrates instruments and devices.
• Tests equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Programs new plant equipment or modifies existing programs as directed.
• Trains plant personnel on new systems and updates LOTO and SOP information.
• Operates various shop equipment to install/program equipment.
• Uses electrical hand tools, voltage and amperage measuring and recording devices, HART communicators, and other technical equipment to facilitate efficient troubleshooting and work completion. Either uses PLCs to aid in troubleshooting or is developing skills to do so.
• Bends, hangs, and runs conduit where needed.  Pulls electrical cable and wire in conduit.  Transports and stacks conduit and electrical wire as needed.
• Works with all plant personnel on continuous improvement of all plant equipment, documentation, and processes.
• Executes training, self-based or guided, on time to continually improve skills.
• Executes and takes ownership in plant 5S programs and housekeeping.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with high school diploma or GED OR
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience with an associate degree.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with process control and troubleshooting.
• Experience in roofing manufacturing or web process handling or other processes that integrate multiple pieces of equipment.
• Siemens and Allen Bradely PLC experience.
• NEC, and Electrical Distribution Knowledge and Experience.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to position himself/herself to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or maintain heavy plant equipment. This may require climbing stairs/ladders, bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting and/or stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and may occasionally lift or move heavier objects with assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, where dusts and fumes could be present in the air, with or in proximity to chemicals, in hot environments, around electrical equipment, and in a loud environment. The employee must have the ability to understand and mitigate these and other risks, including by following all prescribed safety rules, and must have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, if necessary.
  
  

In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required and is subject to change at any time based on business needs.

TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence. At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed.