Electrician - Plastic Manufacturing Industry at Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical maintenance on all plant machinery, including injection molding machines, blow molding machines, extrusion lines, chillers, compressors, and related auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues related to production equipment and ensure timely repairs to reduce machine downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Install, test, and commission new machines and electrical systems in accordance with safety standards.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance as scheduled.
• Ensure all electrical works are performed in compliance with local electrical codes, company standards, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical repairs, maintenance activities, and spare part usage.
• Work closely with the mechanical maintenance team and production staff to support operational goals.
• Identify opportunities for energy efficiency and equipment optimization.
• Diploma/Certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 3-5 years proven experience as an Industrial Electrician in a plastic manufacturing environment (e.g., Friendship Containers, Sanpac, or similar companies).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems in injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion machines.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.), motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and automation systems is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of industrial safety practices and electrical code compliance.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns and Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and on-call provide effective support.
• Send your CV to: hrsupport@peoplelink.co.ke/outsourcingsupport@peoplelink.co.ke. cc' jobs@peoplelink.co.ke with "Electrician" as the subject