Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day. At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care. Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact. Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next. Job Summary TekniPlex is hiring an experienced, dependable Industrial Electrician 1st shift to support high-demand facilities including manufacturing plants, processing facilities, and automated industrial environments. This role is ideal for electricians who are confident working with 480V systems, motor controls, PLCs, switchgear, and automated equipment, and who take pride in precision, safety, and problem-solving. We are currently hiring a 1st Shift Industrial Electrician for our Ridgefield, NJ facility. The pay for this union role is paying $40-$45 per hour. Compensation is based on experience.  Working within established guidelines, an Industrial Maintenance Electrician combines the traditional role of a maintenance mechanic with advanced expertise in electrical systems and troubleshooting. They are responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of electrical and mechanical components within a facility or industrial setting. This specialized role is critical in environments where complex machinery, automation, and control systems are prevalent, such as our manufacturing plants and large commercial facility.  Duties and Responsibilities * Diagnosing and repairing electrical malfunctions: Utilizing expertise in electrical schematics, circuits, and systems to pinpoint problems and perform repairs on equipment, wiring, and components. Resolve electrical and control issues to minimize production downtime. Work with switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), VFDs, transformers, and power distribution. Install and support cable tray systems, conduit, and industrial wiring. Assist with PLC-controlled systems, sensors, and automated equipment (programming experience a plus) * Troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment and facility assets: Applying both mechanical and electrical knowledge to identify and resolve issues with production lines, industrial machinery, and building infrastructure. Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems up to and including 480V * Preventative and corrective maintenance: Developing and executing preventative maintenance plans for electrical systems and machinery, as well as responding to emergency repairs to minimize downtime. * Installation and support: Installing new electrical systems, equipment, and components, ensuring proper electrical connections and system integration. * Safety and compliance: Adhering to relevant electrical codes, safety regulations (like Lockout/Tagout procedures and OSHA standards), and industry best practices to ensure a safe working environment. Ensure all work complies with NEC codes, OSHA requirements, and plant safety standards * Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and spare parts inventory, often using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). * Understanding and interpreting technical information: The ability to read and work with electrical schematics, blueprints, diagrams, ladder logic, wiring diagrams and equipment manuals is essential for effective troubleshooting and repair. * Collaborate with maintenance teams, engineers, and supervisors to meet production and project goals * Maintain tools, equipment, and accurate daily documentation Qualifications * 10+ years’ industry work experience required * “Journeymen Level” Industrial Electrician experience * Ability to obtain or currently have a BLACK SEAL BOILER certificate   * Strong hands-on knowledge of: * 480V systems * Motor controls & MCCs * PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) * Sensors, automated controls, and industrial instrumentation * Cable tray installation and industrial conduit * Comfortable working in industrial environments, including heights, confined spaces, weather and active production areas * Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation * OSHA 10/30 certification preferred TekniPlex provides a comprehensive and flexible benefits program that you can customize to fit your personal needs. Our programs offer you and your family health care coverage and financial security. You can take advantage of life insurance, disability coverage and voluntary benefits for extra financial protection and peace of mind. Plus, our work-life benefits provide support and assistance whenever you need it. * Some of your benefits are paid in full by TekniPlex and some costs are shared between you and TekniPlex. Other benefits are made available to you at reasonable group rates. * Medical Coverage * Prescription Drug Coverage * Telemedicine * Dental Coverage * Vision Coverage * Employee Assistance Program * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Basic Term Life/AD&D Insurance * Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance * Short Term Disability (STD) * Long Term Disability (LTD * Voluntary Buy-Up LTD * Hospital Indemnity * Accident Insurance * Critical Illness * 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan * Daily Pay * Business Travel Insurance * Legal Plan * Identity Protection LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and legibly complete time cards and work orders.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to other employees of the organization.  Ability to effective present information and respond to questions form groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Company Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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