Industrial Electrician

Sun Chemical Corporation
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, North Charleston
Sep 04, 2025
Pay Ranges : ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers. Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atwww.sunchemical.comor connect with us onLinkedInorTwitter ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install the electrical, control and instrumentation systems of the manufacturing site. Equipment is 24v - 480v. Examples are motor control center buckets, local disconnects, power distribution panels, 3 phase motors, VFDs, instruments, relays, automatic valves, and PLCs. Strictly adhere to electrical and arcflash PPE and safety requirements as well as Lock, Tag, Try and other basic safety programs Troubleshoot control and PLC panels [components, wiring, relays, PLC card replacement] Install, program and troubleshoot flow, pressure, level, position sensors etc. as well as control valves and other automation related equipment Design and implement basic electrical projects like running conduit or cable tray and wire to install motors, automatic valves, instruments etc. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED required at the time of hiring. Journeyman level industrial electrician with 5-7 years minimum experience with 480v power distribution systems and components [Motor Control Center buckets, Power distribution panels, Motors, VFDs] Extensive experience working with and troubleshooting 24v to 480v systems REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Excellent 24v - 480v equipment and instrumentation troubleshooting skills Experience installing, programming and troubleshooting field instrumentation like pressure, flow, level, and position sensors, VFDs, control valves and other automation equipment. Familiarity with PLC hardware, wiring and troubleshooting Demonstrated ability to read/interpret CAD based drawings for repair/installation of electrical/piping equipment. Be able to lift up to sixty (60) pounds, walk, sit, squat, bend, push/pull with arms/leg, reach overhead and stoop. Excellent time-management skills and ability to balance responsibilities for given priorities. Demonstrated ability to think critically and provide timely and effective solutions. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Forklift / Skid-Steer/ Man lift/ Crane operation. Electrical Journey certificate, OSHA 30 Training, NFPA 70E Training Associate degree in Industrial Systems Technology or equivalent field. Mechanical maintenance experience BENEFITS We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired. *Note:* The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.