Industrial Electrician

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications.

Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe.

We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive.

We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is $42.06.

Johns Manville's located in Berlin, NJ is hiring Industrial Plant Electricians who enjoys being part of a team environment.

The Industrial Electrician works under the general supervision of the shift supervisor, performing all electrical maintenance on equipment to maximize productivity while maintaining safety and quality standards.

We are searching for individuals who are dependable, responsible and quality-minded who have a history of working safely in a manufacturing environment.

We follow the DuPont Schedule, employees work 12-hour shifts over a 28-day repeat cycle. Working four-night shifts, three days off, work three-day shifts, one day off, work three-night shifts, three days off and work four-day shifts, then seven days off.

Your Day-to-Day

• Be an active participant in the safety process and practice safe work habits at all times
• Assemble and install all types of new or repaired electrical circuits, systems, instrumentation and equipment, including, but not limited to, motors, regulators, controllers, generators, switches, etc.
• Inspect electrical equipment and machinery, diagnose faulty operation, determine proper corrective action, document in maintenance scheduling program, and make indicated repairs
• Make meggar, voltmeter, ammeter, ground locating and other electrical tests. Possess working knowledge of electrical distribution systems and switchgear.

Must know Underwriter codes, national codes, state and local codes, company rules and regulations and comply with them

• Configure, commission, troubleshoot & start up any AC / DC Drive, any (HMI) Human Machine Interface current, (PLC) Programmable Logic Controller or (DCS) Distributive Control System, current and future
• Read, comprehend and make basic electrical prints and mark up for electrical installations
• Dismantle and assemble electrical motors and allied equipment of most types; repairing cleaning, and replacing parts
• Install and repair electrical conduit and cable, including connections, controls, grounding, etc.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with co-workers from all departments and immediate supervisor / manager
• Make out work orders, requisitions, inspection reports, time distribution, material usage, etc., and perform other clerical duties necessary to maintain proper records relative to the work performed
• Direct, assist, and instruct other co-workers on jobs where it is necessary to work together or when requested by supervisor
• Keep a clean and organized work area

What You Bring to the Team :

• High School diploma or GED
• Electrical Journeyman certification, or 5+ years of verified experience as an Industrial maintenance electrician in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and drawings
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and handle multiple priorities and projects
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence legibly

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit;

use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and communicate accurately with coworkers. The employee will frequently engage in repetitive motions.

The employee must frequently, lift, push or pull 50 pounds and must occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Visual acuity is required to work around and with machinery including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job is in an industrial, manufacturing environment. The job requires working frequently around and with heavy machinery with moving mechanical parts, industrial ovens, and mobile equipment.

The environment is not climate controlled and employees must be able to work in environments that may be extremely hot and humid or cold depending upon the operation and the season.

Walking surfaces can be wet, dusty, and uneven. Areas of the building where work must be done have high noise levels, vibration, and / or fumes.

Some working areas contain the presence of airborne particles which can irritate the skin or eyes. The manufacturing process involves toxic or caustic chemicals.

Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment which includes steel toed shoes, ear protection, eye protection, gloves, head protection and in certain areas may be required to where dust masks or respirators.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid.

Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance.

JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage.

Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts;

health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion.

Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace.

Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM's Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.