Industrial Electrician (Controls Technician)

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

Industrial Electrician (Controls Technician)

Paducah, KY

Schedule: Dupont

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety rules, including the use of all PPE and safety gear. Reinforces the instructions and rules with peers.

• Troubleshoots control systems, identifies malfunctions and completes repairs

• Develops the capability of existing control systems

• Develops and installs new systems

• Maintains the process instrument calibration program

• Develops Preventative Maintenance and Calibration procedures and standards for plant instrumentation and control systems

• Aids engineering staff in capital project controls development and start-up.

• Trains plant personnel on equipment controls, as required

• Trains new personnel in back-up duties

• Services and repair mechanical or electrical equipment

• Assists in developing purchasing requirements for electrical/control equipment for the facility

• Assists in maintenance of the MP2 system.

• Maintains a clean and safe work area.

• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• Participates in plant teams to improve safety, reduce cost, or other beneficial projects (Kaizen and GB projects)

• Acts as a project leader for the Maintenance Department, as appropriate

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency

• Superb oral/written communication skills

• Computer literacy - Windows applications, PRISM, MP2

• Mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, conveyors, valves and machinery repair; welding, burning, pipe fitting, and plumbing

• Electrical skills with panel and conduit system construction, power systems, instrumentation and calibration, actuators, PLCs, HMIs, and networking.

• Combination of at least 7 years of technical training and experience

• Ability to act as Team Leader

• Ability to work without continuous supervision

Preferred Requirements

• Working knowledge of Windows NT/2000 computer networking/operating software applications

• Experience in PLC, SLC and Logix programming and troubleshooting

• Experience in HMI development both Panelview and RSView applications

• Experience with SCADA systems and SQL programming

• Experience with Fieldbus, HART, DH+, RIO, DF1 communication protocols

• Experience installing and troubleshooting AC and DC Drive systems

• Ability to read P&ID drawings and electrical schematics

• Through knowledge of test and calibration equipment use

• Understanding of chemical processes and process control techniques

• Certified electrician or other trade specialist certificate (CCST Level 1)

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to stand.

• The employee is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, use hands to remove or lift boxes, stretch and reach with arms extended, and stoop.

• The employee must, regularly, lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, alone, and occasionally lift and / or move more than 100 pounds, with assistance.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $34/hr.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.