Electrical Technician

Plastipak is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician at our recycling facility in Keasbey, NJ. This is a Direct Hire position that offers paid training and opportunities for advancement.SummaryRepair and maintain the recycling Process Lines, Extruders, and Auxiliary equipment associated with production lines. Electrical troubleshooting, motors, chillers, conveyors, grinders, boilers, and any other equipment installed within Plastipak.Job Title: Electrical TechnicianLocation: Keasbey, NJPay: $35/hrShift: 1st 6:30AM-3PM Mon-FriWhat’s in it for you:Direct Hire: Long-Term placement that offers 401k, PTO & medical benefitsAdvancement: We promote from within, and foster employee growthWhat you’ll be doing as an Electrical TechnicianInvestigate, troubleshoot and review machinery and equipment problems looking to implement corrective actions.Participate in changeovers, ensuring efficient & correct executionPerform regular preventative maintenance on equipment and machinesOperate and test equipment electrically and mechanically for performance and determine if repairs and scheduled maintenance are successful and ensures longevity of the repair.Perform work requiring a thorough working knowledge of electrical principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation, and application of equipmentInstall, wire, or re-wire electrical devices, such as; contractors, overloads, photo eyes, solenoid valves, motors, relays, VFD's and heaters bands.Qualifications for an Electrical TechnicianMinimum of 3 years hands on electrical experienceStrong mechanical knowledge & skillsAbility to diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective measuresAbility to troubleshoot de-energized/live circuits, PLC, HMI, VFD, Controls, Motors, and SensorsDemonstrated knowledge of wiring and designing of circuits (required)Experience reading schematics/blueprintsAs a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:Wellness ProgramsHealth Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & VisionEAP, Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceDisability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-TermAccidental InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing featurePaid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increasesPaid Company HolidaysDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountCaregiving via Pet InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramSons and Daughters Scholarship ProgramTravel AssistanceEmployee Discount Programs*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirementsPlastipak is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIn order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.

Created: 2026-01-02