Overview

At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, whose expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability.

Ready to be part of our team?  

We are looking for a Lead Maintenance Technician (Electrical) for our Mattoon, IL plant!

Summary: Lead maintenance technician will play a critical role in ensuring smooth operation and maintenance of the electrical systems and production equipment. Your expertise in troubleshooting, safety compliance, and team leadership will be essential for the success of the maintenance department. You will oversee a team of technicians and coordinate the maintenance activities to ensure high operational efficiency and adherence of safety standards at all times.

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group Plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market. Learn about our Planet Passionate initiatives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEeIS55WMOk

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by implementing and enforcing safety guidelines and procedures. Conduct regular inspections to identify potential hazards and take corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Adhere to compliance code of conduct, uphold clear, ethical, and honest business communications. Maintain legal compliance and uphold commitment to a more sustainable future.
• Report issues to the Engineering Manager through the appropriate escalation procedure and communicate information gathered on shift to all team members and manager.
• Ensure good practices are being followed for inventory management, parts ordering, housekeeping, and other maintenance administrative tasks to ensure the long-term continuous improvement of the department.
• Responsible for managing a group of technicians and contractors to include technical guidance, training, and support to ensure teams perform effectively and efficiently. You will also be responsible for evaluating performance, providing feedback, and addressing any performance issues.
• Troubleshooting and repairs through diagnostics of electrical issues, this will involve working with various monitoring equipment and diagnostics methods.
• Install, maintain, modify, and repair all electrical distribution systems and associated electrical equipment
• Inspect and test components of electrical systems, including transformers, transfer switches and switch gears
• Utilize blueprints, electrical schematic wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s installation manuals to complete assigned projects, or identification of equipment failures
• Service and maintain equipment such as motors, generators, control panels, PLC’c, VFD’s and safety circuits.
• General facility maintenance as required, including structure, lighting, doors, HVAC, etc
• Conduct, Uphold & Stimulate routine planned maintenance activities and record within CMM system
• Promotes a sense of urgency and supports all Health and Safety initiatives
• Sustain structured communication
• Hands-On electrical / mechanical repairs to a variety of equipment

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma required
• Proven leadership experience
• Strong understanding of Electrical systems, power distribution, wiring circuits, electrical safety, codes, blueprint reading and schematics.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment with automated machinery and processing equipment.
• 5 years’ experience in the electrical discipline
• Forklift/Scissor lift/Arial Work Platform license preferable

Other Skills and Requirements:

• *Shift flexibility needed & occasionally work in a rotating shift pattern
• *Prepared to work 11 hour shift
• Be available for overtime as needed or required by management and flexibility in times taken for breaks / lunches to support production and maintenance activities
• Experience in a continuous automated production environment is essential
• Strong troubleshooting ability
• Basic Automation skillset
• Must be a demonstrated decision-maker who uses a 'hands-on' approach
• Proven ability to complete tasks within specified timeline.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem solving and communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, Windows and e-mail
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations

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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment Disclaimer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.

**Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity Employer**