Electronic Associate Jobs in Bloomington, IN (NOW HIRING)

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electronic/electrical equipment, including comprehensive work on PLCs, motor relays, circuit breakers, and industrial control systems to ensure optimal facility operations

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain sophisticated electronic systems, including detailed work with PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, vision systems, and AC/DC drives, while ensuring all automated manufacturing equipment operates at peak efficiency

• Perform precise calibration, alignment, and modification of electronic components and circuitry, implementing preventive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment reliability and performance metrics

• Perform advanced troubleshooting of complex electronic issues using sophisticated diagnostic equipment and technical documentation, implementing both immediate solutions and long-term preventive measures

• Coordinate effectively with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to resolve technical challenges, implement system improvements, and maintain rigorous equipment performance standards

• Participate in facility-wide continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for system upgrades, process enhancements, and efficiency improvements, including cost-saving measures

• Perform and maintain comprehensive Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures and safety systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards and regulations while protecting personnel and equipment

• Must be willing to help troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems

• Other duties as assigned

Experience:

• 3-5 years hands on experience as Electronics Technician preferred

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting

• Proficiency in Mechanical Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial controls and automation

• Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms

• Expertise in electrical/electronic systems troubleshooting

• Understanding of NEC electrical codes

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Industrial electronics expertise

• Servo and drive systems

• Electrical safety knowledge

• Training capabilities

• Problem-solving ability

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must pass pre-employment assessment

• Drug screening required

• Background check required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Industrial control systems and automation

• PLC programming and ladder logic

• Electrical and electronic theory

• Safety protocols and procedures

• Process control systems

• Industrial networking and communications

• NEC and safety regulations

• Advanced troubleshooting and Technical problem-solving

• Equipment calibration

• Programming and software modification

• Technical documentation

• Preventive maintenance

• Manage multiple priorities

• Effective Communication

• Basic knowledge of Machine tools; Lathes, Mills, Drill Press

• Basic knowledge of welding, and sheet metal fabrication

Physical Demands: The associate will be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds

• Standing/walking for extended periods

• Working in various positions (bending, kneeling, reaching)

• Required to lift, bend, crouch, reach, twist, and crawl.

• Exposure to manufacturing environment (noise, heat, chemicals)

• May require working in confined spaces

• Required to work in high places.

• Required to ascend and descend ladders safely.

• Ability to safely operate mobile equipment.

• Ability to wear respiratory protection as needed

• Ability to wear ARC flash equipment

• Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)

Work Conditions: The majority of tasks will be performed in a manufacturing setting with potential exposure to:

• Noise levels above 85 dB

• Operation of complex machinery

• Solvents, fumes and inks

• Concrete floors, roof areas

• Working at heights, hot work

• Works near energized and moving equipment

• Variable Temperatures

• Must be able to work flexible shifts

• May require nights, weekends, and holidays.

• An additional $2.50/hr premium for hours worked on NIGHT Shift only.