Lead Electrician

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based in the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) facility, the Lead Person will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor in the Operations department. A Lead Person will be responsible for overseeing activities associated with manufacturing and production of products to meet production and customer requirements. The Lead Person will assist the Manufacturing Supervisor in planning, organizing, controlling and directing daily and weekly operations to ensure production scheduled for completion is executed in a timely manner and meets all safety and quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Sets the example for team members on expectations, accountability and attitude.

• Balances workload and assigns work to team members on a day-to-day basis to support work team and departmental objectives.

• Balances and assigns work team priorities to best achieve production and customer satisfaction objectives.

• Organizes, prioritizes, and monitors day-to-day tasks.

• Schedules on-the-job training for work team members.

• Leads and participates in process improvement initiatives as required for work team.

• Monitors work activities to ensure safety practices, policies and procedures are followed.

• Participate in safety program activities (e.g. safety committee, safety meetings).

• Actively participate in employee meetings, as required (e.g. tool box meetings, etc.).

• Ensure all products are meeting quality expectations.

• Write Hold for Dispositions (HFDs).

• Work closely with employees and/other departments to resolve production problems.

• Communicate with the Engineering department regarding drawings and blueprints.

• Oversee the training plan for new hires and communicate progress to Manufacturing Supervisor.

• Provide performance feedback as required.

• Complete daily time data entry accurately and on time.

• Lead special projects (i.e. - communicate, assign tasks; monitor progress, provide status updates).

• Manage department supplies.

• Other duties as required

Core Competencies

• Ability to establish priorities and balance multiple objectives.

• Ability to effectively create, maintain and work in a team environment.

• Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements.

• Ability to develop creative and alternate ideas to solve work-related problems.

• Effective problem solving and decision making skills.

• Ability to take on responsibility and challenges.

• Competent and proficient with the use of overhead cranes, forklifts and aerial platforms.

• Comprehension and understanding of shop drawings.

• Command of the English language, both written and verbal.

• Effective communication skills.

• Familiarity with MES (Manufacturing and Execution System).

• Accountable for personal actions and results.

• Demonstrated reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum 5 years experience in commercial/industrial electrical field

• Previous experience leading a team is preferred.

• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office applications skills (Word, Excel).

• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.

• Journeyman Ticket is required.

• Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position successful candidates will undergo pre-employment substance abuse and medical testing upon hire.

Working Conditions

• Working with hot temperatures.

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.

• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.

• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.

• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.

• Must wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, safety footwear, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.

• Must be able to work from all types of ladders. (Step ladders, "A" frame ladders, and all-size extension ladders), elevated work platforms, scissor lifts, zoom booms etc.

• Job requires working in a manufacturing setting.

• Working in front of a shop floor computer for part of shift.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 75 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer's needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.