What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Controls Electrician position at BPC Plywood?
A day in the life — Bessemer, MI
You arrive on site and review overnight logs: one production line flagged a VFD fault, another needs a scheduled PM. You pull the schematics, trace the circuit, and restore the drive. After a quick huddle with operations, you move on to inspections—tightening connections, verifying sensors, and documenting each finding. An urgent call comes in: a servo axis isn’t homing. You diagnose with the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley), confirm wiring integrity, and bring the line back to full speed. Before shift-end, you capture all maintenance notes, update the CMMS, and propose a small controls improvement that boosts reliability and safety.
What you’ll do
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical infrastructure and equipment across the facility.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
- Troubleshoot faults quickly and implement durable fixes.
- Read and apply blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to your work.
- Partner closely with production, maintenance, and safety to keep operations compliant and efficient.
- Accurately document all service, repairs, and preventative tasks.
- Stay current with industry practices, codes, and safety regulations.
What you bring
- High school diploma or equivalent; a technical degree/certification in electrical technology is preferred.
- Hands-on experience as an industrial electrician or in a comparable role.
- Deep knowledge of electrical systems, wiring methods, and safety protocols.
- Ability to interpret technical documents and electrical drawings.
- Exceptional troubleshooting ability and strong attention to detail.
- Clear communicator and collaborative teammate.
- Flexibility to work varied hours and respond to emergencies when needed.
Core proficiency
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
Tools & technologies
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)
- Servo Motors
Location: Bessemer, MI
Relocation: Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.