Maintenance - 1st Shift Electrician - Machinery

Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90 of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

As a Production Electrician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment within a manufacturing/production facility. Your expertise will ensure that all electrical components operate safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous production processes. In this role, you will work closely with engineers, maintenance teams, and production staff to troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and implement upgrades to electrical systems. You will also be responsible for adhering to safety regulations and company policies, ensuring compliance with local and national electrical codes.

Job Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in manufacturing/production facility
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform corrective actions
Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documents
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes
Collaborate with engineers and production teams on system upgrades
Document maintenance activities and repair work
Respond to emergency breakdowns
Test electrical systems and components for functionality
Assist in the installation of new machinery and automation systems
Appropriately apply Federal, State and Local governmental codes.
Gather data, identify and document requirements for facilities projects.
Maintain, document and verify site utility locations, asset installations, property boundaries and site characteristics.
Distribute information consistent with company policies and recognized industry standards.

Job Requirements:

Job Qualifications

Education

Electrician background/ (trade school) etc.

Formal Qualifications

MUST BE A U.S Citizen.

Proven experience as an electrician in a production or industrial setting
Valid electrician’s license or certification
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Experience with PLCs and automation systems is a plus

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication skills
Willingness to work shifts and participate in on-call rotations
Must meet the following physical requirements:

Ability to climb extension ladders.
Ability to consistently lift 45lbs from a floor or table position to chest height using proper lifting technique.
Ability to spend long periods of time on your feet and/or walking.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Job Ident #: 1276862001

Company Details

GKN Aerospace

3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/

GKN is a global engineering business. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for most of the world’s leading aircraft, vehicle and machinery manufacturers. We are continuously evolving, pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing...

Benefits:
To be discussed at time of employment

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing
Airbus
Lockheed Martin

Supported Models:
787
A350XWB
F-35

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Job Info

Location

Cromwell, Connecticut, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

GKN Aerospace

3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/