You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About the Role
As an Electrical Supervisor at Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, located in Wheatland, PA, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of automated manufacturing systems. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, experience with industrial maintenance, and a deep understanding of PLC automation. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to improving and commissioning new equipment and processes, while maintaining a safe, efficient, and high-performance work environment.
You will collaborate with maintenance teams, engineers, and management to improve manufacturing systems, design new processes, and ensure optimal machine performance. This is an on-site role located in Wheatland, PA.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is committed to promoting safety and efficiency in manufacturing processes.
What You’ll Do
• Promotes and enforces safety practices – Ensures compliance with OSHA and company safety policies, including LOTO and Arc Flash procedures.
• Leads improvement projects – Drives improvements in existing equipment and designs, tests, and commissions new automation systems for manufacturing processes.
• Solves complex problems – Utilizes process systems design, machine selection, and PLC automation to resolve issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Assists in equipment maintenance – Helps install, upgrade, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware and software for automated manufacturing systems.
• Provides training and support – Trains plant maintenance technicians on troubleshooting PLC and related systems.
• Conserves resources – Uses equipment and supplies efficiently to achieve job results.
• Maintains technical knowledge – Stays up-to-date with the latest technologies by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and networking.
• Performs additional duties – Completes assignments in other job classifications or departments as required.
• Leads maintenance team – Assists in directing hourly maintenance employees to ensure operational efficiency.
Who You Are
• 5+ years of experience in electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment, preferably with PLC, VFDs, DC Drives, and induction heating units.
• Degree or training in electrical field – A degree or diploma from an accredited college or trade school is highly preferred.
• Proficient in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC and HMI programming software – Able to write and optimize PLC and HMI programs.
• Experienced in PLC communication and networking – Knowledge of Ethernet communication and networking in automated systems.
• Familiar with material handling systems – Experience with conveyor and other material handling systems.
• Experience with overhead cranes – Knowledge of both AC and DC crane systems.
• Design and feedback experience – Able to provide design reviews and feedback for manufacturability improvements.
• Able to handle multiple projects – Proven ability to work on and prioritize multiple tasks concurrently.
• Safety-conscious – Ability to lead and promote health and safety practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and company policy.
• Reliable attendance – Must have predictable, full-time, onsite attendance in accordance with the posted schedule.
What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:
• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards
Compensation & Benefits
Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.
Base Salary Range: [$71,000—$124,000 USD]
Additional compensation may include:
✔ Performance-based yearly merit-increase
✔ Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
Additional compensation may include:
✔ Performance-based yearly merit-increase
✔ Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
M/F/D/V
We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
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