Manufacturing Electronics Technician (2Nd Shift)

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products and technology. With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA.

Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Pay and Benefits

Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility
• Flexible work hours
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance

Base Pay Range: $21.65 - $29.76 + $1 shift differential

• Please note some career sites assign estimated compensation ranges that may not accurately reflect what is offered by Banner Engineering.

Position Summary

The 2nd Shift Electrical Technician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting production lines and equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. This role serves as the primary technical support during 2nd shift operations, quickly diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions to keep manufacturing lines running safely and efficiently.

This position is scheduled for the 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday from 3pm - 1:30 am . Occasional first-shift hours will be required for training.

This position reports to Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as:

• Non-Exempt

What You'll Be Doing

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, staying on top of tasks, and making a meaningful impact in a production setting. Below are some key responsibilities of the role.

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and support instruments and control systems used in industrial manufacturing processes

Work with sensors, control valves, actuators, PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, and related automation equipment

Troubleshooting and Repair:

• Provide real-time troubleshooting and repair of electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems on production equipment
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, sensor, motion control, and electrical issues
• Respond to equipment work requests with urgency to ensure maximum uptime and overall equipment effectiveness
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions
• Support rework efforts by diagnosing nonconforming product and implementing corrective actions to reduce scrap and improve first-pass yield

Production Support and Continuous Improvement:

• Support manufacturing lines to minimize downtime and maintain production targets
• Assist in preventive and predictive maintenance activities
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability, throughput, and yield
• Assist in commissioning new equipment and validating process changes

Documentation and Compliance:

• Document troubleshooting steps, repairs, and improvements in maintenance management systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and applicable electrical codes

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with engineers, operators, maintenance, quality, and other stakeholders to optimize control strategies and equipment performance

Installation and Maintenance:

• Communicate effectively to coordinate maintenance activities, share knowledge, and address operational challenges

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• 3+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment
• Associate's degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Microsoft Office Suite Experience, including experience logging and communicating data through Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during 2nd shifts
• Ability to prioritize multiple issues in a fast-paced environment
• Sense of urgency and ownership

Preferred

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
• Experience with CMMS software such as Mpulse or EPAC
• Familiarity of Banner product
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

What to Expect at Work

• Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 10 hours per day
• Exposed to a computer screen for up to 10 hours per day
• Utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment
• Ability to perform manual tasks including but not limited to operation of hand and power tools
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
• Ability to bend and maneuver in tight, cramped quarters
• Able to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools and machine parts
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to work outside of a normal shift rotation during call-outs or planned maintenance outage
• Ability to use arms, hands, and fingers, to reach, handle, and feel to complete tasks

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Exposure to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, and temperature changes in production areas.
• Manufacturing environment - indoor and climate-controlled.
• PPE may be required in specific areas (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection)

This job description reflects management's assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.