Test Floor Assistant

Mansfield, OH

Full Time

Mid Level

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, a 121-year-old, independent American manufacturer of high-power, specialty electric motors, generators, power systems and controls seeks an experienced Test Floor Assistant who is a highly organized self-starter capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplined team environment with the ability to manage competing priorities to achieve company goals while upholding a culture of ethics, integrity, and excellence in everything we do. This position, based in our facility in Mansfield, Ohio reports to the Test Floor Supervisor and plays a key role in the manufacture and delivery of our quality products and services.

The Test Floor Assistant aids in the inspection and testing of all rotating, control, switchgear, and transformer apparatus through all phases of the manufacturing process to ensure units meet required specifications and customer requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Inspect and test all rotating, control, switchgear, and transformer apparatus through all phases of mfg. process

Remove and install covers and adjust brush assembly to perform required tests

Select, connect, and secure electrical equipment, circuitry, and/or mechanical means to operate or load equipment for testing to accomplish data required by internal departments and customers

Set up and test 2-bearing or non-coupled rotating equipment

Make routine high potential grounds and short tests; conduct vibration analyses and record results

May install, adjust, align, or remove belts, pulleys, or hold-downs within a test sequence, and may check/add/drain oils and lubricants.

Record and report test results from readings of various meters and analysis equipment, making necessary calculations and adjustments mechanically or electrically according to testing standards

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or certified equivalent
Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is required; a focus on large motors, generators, and rotating equipment is helpful
Ability to work from engineering specifications, wiring and schematic diagrams, and standards
Working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and computers
Experience operating various manufacturing equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes is helpful
Technical literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite, and ERP and CRM software
Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
Teamwork approach with excellent communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and time-management skills
Ability to use the following: test stand and fixtures, variety of power sources and equipment to drive or load equipment on test, variety of metering, gauging, recording and analyzing equipment and distribution controls, hand tools and power hoist.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Electrical maintenance course training certifications or education in a related field preferred
Experience with large motors, generators, and rotating equipment is helpful
Experience working with vendors in a B2B environment

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS

Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40 hour minimum.
Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays, and nights
This position generally operates in the manufacturing areas of the facility
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copiers/printers, and phones

REQUIREMENTS & DISCLOSURES

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
The employee is occasionally required to climb heights of up to 20 feet.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
IDEAL is a drug-free workplace.

BENEFITS

Compensation $18.00 - $26.00 per hour based on skills and experience
Comprehensive benefits package:

Life insurance
Group health insurance, including Health Savings Account option
Dental & vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off
Ten paid holidays/year

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