Electromechanical Technician-Lead

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Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. Westlake Pipe & Fittings supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork.  A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences.  We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.

SUMMARY

Performs facility Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) work on all manufacturing equipment.  Duties include installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of PLC's.  Proactively maintains all plant electrical systems, all equipment electronics, motors, drives and other power transmission systems.  This position also has the responsibility to perform any and all mechanical and electrical tasks as assigned.  In addition, directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in maintenance of buildings and grounds.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description. Comply with all Company policies and procedures. Possess the skill and ability to the top Maintenance position in the plant and perform all mechanical and electrical duties required.

Write advanced A/B PLC logic program.

Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits.

Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface.

Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation.

Troubleshoot/program/specify motor drives.

Maintain/service plant switchgear.

Maintains a running log on barrel and screw inventory, changes, history and throughput.

Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics repair and installation, consistent with plant electricians.

Ability to determine when scope of job is beyond existing skill set or requires additional support.

Assist in the training of new Maintenance Techs A, B, C and Electromechanical Techs. 

Duties are not limited to this job description; you may perform other duties as instructed by the Supervisor or Superintendent

Perform additional duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Lead Electromechanical Technician assumes the Supervisor role in the absence of the regular 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent training (i.e. Fundamentals of PLC's, Programming Controllers, Troubleshooting and Repair of PLC's) with three (3) plus years of practical electronics experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently is required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.