Powder Coating Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician – Electrical Assembly and Wiring

Armada, Michigan

Direct Hire | On-site

Targeted pay rate range: $22-33/hr (depending on years of experience)

First shift: 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday – Friday

Position Overview

Kelly Engineering is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our clients team to support the fabrication and assembly of custom medium-voltage (MV) switchgear solutions.

This hands-on role will focus primarily on electrical wiring and electro-mechanical assembly, ensuring components are installed, wired, and assembled accurately according to engineering drawings, schematics, and manufacturing specifications.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience wiring electrical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment and is comfortable working with hand tools, power tools, electrical components, wiring, and detailed technical documentation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Wire and assemble medium-voltage switchgear and electrical equipment according to engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Install, route, terminate, and connect electrical wiring, cables, and components to specified requirements.
• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of switchgear and related equipment using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Install and secure electrical and mechanical components within equipment and assemblies.
• Verify wiring, connections, component placement, and assembly quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Use electrical and mechanical tools and measuring equipment to complete assembly and wiring tasks.
• Troubleshoot wiring and assembly issues and make corrections as needed.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure completed assemblies meet engineering and customer requirements.
• Fabricate, fit, drill, fasten, and install components as required to complete assemblies.
• Support other manufacturing and fabrication activities as needed, including operation of production equipment.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Cross-train across multiple manufacturing disciplines to support production demands.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline required.
• 3-20 years of hands-on experience in electrical assembly, electrical wiring, electro-mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience wiring electrical equipment, panels, switchgear, machinery, or other industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and electrical/mechanical measuring instruments.
• Ability to accurately route, terminate, connect, and secure wiring and electrical components.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and commitment to quality workmanship.

Client offers full benefits package not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• 401k with match

All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

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