BMPR - Industrial Electrician

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging. Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger. If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

Position Summary – Industrial Electrician - BMPR

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for design, build, and startup of industrial and facility equipment. Technician will be responsible for building panels, wiring production lines, inspecting utilities, and managing contractors while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. New facility start-up and interim responsibilities will be project-based tasks (rigging, wiring, panel layout, ESA inspections, H1 Plan Approval, Project Management).

What you can expect as a Industrial Electrician:

• Excellent Hourly Wage (depending on experience)
• 8-hour Shifts, Days, Afternoons and Nights
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Health and Dental Benefits
• RRSP Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• On the Job Training
• Uniforms
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Clean and Safe Work Environment
• Teamwork
• Continuous Skills Development

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with management to develop and execute focused improvement projects involving process optimizations, upgrades, and the resolution of reoccurring problems
• Resolve complex electrical issues including diagnostics of sensors, programing, variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, profi-bus, Ethernet), PLC input/output cards, safety modules and other electrical components.
• Work with equipment manufactures technical support to proficiently troubleshoot, diagnose and repair complex machine and process issues.
• Read and interpret schematics for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, logic, process flow and instrumentation diagrams. Teach others to read also.
• Coach and develop operators and other technicians on proper equipment set up, operation, changeovers, regular maintenance and technical troubleshooting procedures.
• Take a leading role in planning annual rebuilds through equipment audits, rebuild programs and manpower planning.
• Provide a strong presence on the production floor, monitoring all equipment and operators for safety, quality, waste or efficiency risks and improvement opportunities.
• Attend daily production meetings to gain feedback on downtime, line efficiencies and areas needing immediate attention.
• Provide support during annual overhauls and as a technical and developmental support role when required.
• Work with the projects team when projects arise to help complete as time permits.
• Personal continuous development through training and hands-on experience.

Education/Skills/Experience Required:

• Certified 442A Industrial Electrician or 309A Construction Maintenance Electrician.
• Previous experience in the manufacturing sector
• A minimum of 5 years of experience
• Strong Mechanical aptitude

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Exposure to noise and vibration
• Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.
• Working conditions in certain areas can be wet, slippery and noisy.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, able to crouch, bend and kneel, as well as capable of heavy lifting and carrying.
• May involve exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, dust, fumes, or hazardous materials.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection and bump cap must be worn on the production floor.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. Note to Recruiting Agencies Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.