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Journeyman Electrician

Cargill
Cargill Salary
Odessa, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026
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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Lake Odessa, MI

Job Type: Full Time

Shift(s) Available: 2nd

Compensation: $28.50/hr - $41.00/hr

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000

Relocation Bonus: $5,000

Benefits Information

  • $3/hr Weekly Attendance Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently
  • Apply strong problem-solving and programming troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
  • Ensure reliability of manufacturing processes and compliance with standards
  • Perform preventative and annual maintenance on equipment
  • Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment
  • Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control schematics
  • Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Identify, plan, and execute follow-up maintenance work
  • Prepare and maintain safe, organized work environments
  • Respond to unplanned maintenance needs as directed
  • Accurately complete and document work orders and maintenance records
  • Communicate maintenance updates through written pass-downs
  • Maintain and troubleshoot electronic controls and instrumentation
  • Use diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscope, VOM) to test and repair systems

Required Qualifications

  • Electrical/Maintenance Journeyman License in the state of Michigan
  • 3 years manufacturing maintenance experience
  • Basic programming and advanced troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
  • High School or GED Equivalent
  • Be able to troubleshoot PLCs and Ladder logic
  • Ability to read & interpret detail blueprints, P&IDs, single-lines, and wiring schematics
  • Ability to work weekend and off shift hours as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Computer literacy and willingness to learn SAP/PPE systems
  • Maintenance experience in a food processing environment
  • Proficient with test/calibration tools (RTD calibrators, multimeters, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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