Plant Electrician

WinCup is a food service packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go. Trusted since 1962, WinCup is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing global plastic pollution.

WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology, our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers which are the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world! We are passionately committed to the environment, excellence, innovation and growth.

For additional information regarding WinCup and our ground-breaking and environmentally friendly products, check us out at https://WinCup.com https://PhadeProducts.com

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We are a dynamic, diverse and inclusive team bound together by our shared Values of:

• One Team
• Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven
• Excellence in All We Do
• Respectful and Engaged Leadership
• Always Do the Right Thing
  
  

Here at WinCup we are proud to offer our valued, full-time Team Members a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package with most benefit eligibility beginning just 31 days post hire, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer paid time off (PTO) and holidays, short & long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP). And, to top it off, we offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match available after only 60 days of employment!

Job Position: Plant Electrician

Job Location: West Chicago, IL

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Range: $30-$40

Job Summary

Diagnoses and performs electrical and mechanical repairs on cup machines, inspectors, baggers, pre-expansion machines and conveyors along with repairing molds and performing change-over of molds. Plans layouts, installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. Controls and automation, PLC programming, and 110 to 480 Volt.

Essential Job Functions

• Diagnoses problems by inspecting and disassembling equipment to determine extent of repairs necessary.
• Performs electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and hydro repairs to the cup machines, inspectors, bagging machines, pre-expansion machines and conveyors.
• Uses drawings, diagrams, operational manuals, manufacturing specifications, etc., when diagnosing problems and making repairs.
• Repairs electrical components, cylinders valves, pumps, motors, cooling tower, piping, boilers conveyors, baggers, pre-expansion and cup machines.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical components are safe by testing with ohmmeter, batter and buzzer, oscilloscope.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit along with pulling the wiring.
• Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
• Provides assistance to other Maintenance Mechanics while working on production machines and associated equipment.
• Notifies the Maintenance Lead about any needed repairs that are outside of their scope of responsibility or ability to repair.
• Perform work in a safe manner to include performing LOTO of equipment before making any repairs.
• Attend meeting and training session as required.
• Follow all GMP and sanitation guidelines along with maintaining a high level of personal hygiene.
• Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety, HACCP and SQF process requirements, and sanitation guidelines rectify and or report any and all non-compliance to leadership.
• Follows WinCup OPERA Values, safety initiatives, and other related plant standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Maintenance Lead or Maintenance Manager including special projects and working with outside vendors and contractors while on site.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies

• Ability to follow directives with WCH leadership, managers, supervisors, in ensuring productivity and target levels are sustained.
• Ensures all company policies and procedures including manufacturing and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Collaboration with plant, safety, and leadership.
• Ability to complete mandated new manufacturing training on equipment to maximize output efficiencies.
• Supports all current and new product introductions.
  
  

Education And Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years’ experience in electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment repairing production machines.
• Electrical and mechanical aptitude along with manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of 480 and 240/3-phase systems and 110 single phase.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English in order to complete job specific paperwork.
• Ability to work independently and function as a team member.
• Ability to obtain a forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Must have own tools, volt-meter and amp probe (specialty tools provided by WinCup).
• Work mandatory overtime, early morning, late evenings and weekends when required during busy season, inventory, and for vacation coverage.
  
  

Working Conditions

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants.

• In-doors in a manufacturing and/or environment that is not air-conditioned.
• Exposure to extreme heat.
• Wear PPE while working which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards.
• May work 8 hour shift or 12 hour shift that begins at 6:50 a.m. for dayshift or a nightshift that begins 6:50 p.m.
• Required to work weekdays, weekends and overtime as needed.
• Subject to on-call activity to ensure equipment is functional.
  
  

Physical Demands

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants. Note that office positions located within our Manufacturing Plants often require some plant floor presence throughout the day so that while these demands may not always apply, they should still be noted.

• Work 8 or 12-hour shift while standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping and lifting throughout the entire shift.
• Requires the manual movement of cases of finished goods and other objects such as bagger film that weight up to 40 pounds.
• 100% tobacco free workplace on all Company premises. Designated outside smoking area provided and must be followed.
  
  

The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

WinCup reserves the right to revise or update this job description as needed to better comply with the actual essential function of the job requirements as business needs dictate.

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. At WinCup we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our Team Members, our customers, and community.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We firmly believe that a diverse organization creates opportunities for all individuals to showcase their talents, both independently and collaboratively. Diversity fuels our ability to be truly innovative by embodying our values, driving our success, and fostering an environment where every Team Member can thrive and perform at their very best.

To ensure the safety of our team members in the workplace, we perform background and drug screenings.

Thank you for considering WinCup and helping us make a difference!