Thermoforming Maintenance Electrician

Location: Plattsburgh, NY | Pay: $34.66/hour | Schedule: 2-2-3 | Shift: 6:00am–6:00pm

A day in this role

You arrive on shift ready to keep production humming. You review open work orders in Maintenance Connection, plan preventive checks, and jump in where you’re needed—perhaps a PLC fault on a former, a heater loop that isn’t holding temperature, or an extruder drive that needs tuning. You’ll move between electrical diagnostics and hands-on mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic work to protect uptime and ensure a safe, clean workspace.

What you’ll do

• Execute scheduled electrical PMs across thermoforming assets to maintain system integrity and machine reliability.
• Diagnose and repair production equipment—blenders, crystallizers, dryers, extruders, formers, trim presses, conveyors, and grinders.
• Troubleshoot AC/DC motors and drives, PLC- and PC-based controls, heaters, thermocouples, heat controllers, and safety circuits.
• Implement improvements and upgrades on new and existing equipment to boost performance.
• Document, update, and close work orders promptly and accurately in Maintenance Connection.
• Maintain orderly, hazard-free work areas; follow all company policies and safety procedures.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; a 2-year Electro-Mechanical technical degree is preferred.
• 3–5 years of related maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Fluency in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical/electrical blueprint reading; working knowledge of welding and fabrication.
• Proven troubleshooting ability for both electrical and mechanical issues.
• Knowledge of PLC and PC controls; experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Omron is preferred.
• Personal tool set, used safely and effectively.
• Team-first mindset with flexibility for overtime and off-shifts as needed.
• Strengths in analysis, problem solving, project coordination, technical aptitude, customer service, interpersonal communication (verbal/written), teamwork, sound judgment, organization, mechanical and electrical aptitude, and keen attention to detail.

Schedule & Compensation

• $34.66 per hour
• 2-2-3 rotation
• 12-hour days: 6:00am–6:00pm

Benefits & Well‑Being

Safety and employee well-being come first. We offer competitive, comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus resources that support mental, physical, and financial wellness. Offerings may vary by location.

Community Impact

We invest where we live and work. Through our Focused Giving Program, we support organizations advancing sustainability and addressing food insecurity. Our facilities also engage in local initiatives that strengthen our communities.

Training & Growth

Advance your career with continuous learning: skills development, industry training, and advanced education via MyLearning. We offer company and industry curricula, Tuition Reimbursement (Non‑Union), and a Learning Management System to build capabilities at every level.

How to apply

Text 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX) to get started.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.