Industrial Electrician 3rd Shift

Summary

The Industrial Electrician is a key part of our maintenance team, and is experienced in the operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of motors, motor control systems, electrical devices, electrical supplies, field instrumentation. They are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment and components, including control panels and other related systems.  This position is Monday - Friday 2:00PM to 10:30 PM

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment and associated electronic controls/components of different manufacturing and production equipment.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls-related process issues, and repair industrial, electrical, and electronic control systems and other related devices.
• Maintain, repair, install, and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators, reactors, electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries, and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems
• Debug PLC devices to identify and resolve issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Complete maintenance of electrical equipment to correct any issues identified through the predictive and preventative maintenance program.
• Assemble components from supplied instructions or drawings and fabricate simple components, assemblies, or electrical modifications per engineering designs.
• Provide technical support for users and other technicians.
• Work as a team member or alone to complete projects.
• Observe safety procedures following all personal protective equipment standards and meeting all electrical codes.
• Make decisions based on technical documents.
• Perform quality testing and inspections.
• Perform breakdown maintenance of electrical equipment, including disassembly, overhaul, and reassembly of complex equipment and components.
• Complete maintenance of electrical equipment to correct any issues identified through the predictive and preventative maintenance program.
• Assemble components from supplied instructions or drawings and fabricate simple components, assemblies, or electrical modifications per engineering designs.
• Remain current with PLC equipment, software, and practices.
• Design and install new electrical circuits or remove obsolete ones, ensuring that all modifications are accurately reflected in updated electrical schematics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess strong communication and handwriting skills at an engineering level- should be able to explain and document any hardware/software projects as well as problems and solutions.
• Computer literate - strong knowledge of computers required, including Microsoft Windows based operating systems, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools, and industrial equipment.
• Awareness of national, state, and local electrical codes and regulations.
• Capable of working on voltages up to 480V.
• Capable of calibrating and replacing electrical instrumentation, as well as performing new installations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter who can manage projects and make decisions.
• Ability to read schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, and other technical documents.
• Willing to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, crawling, etc..
• Strong safety performance and value for safety.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and use of tools.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to wear protective gear correctly during the workday.
• Proper handling of food-grade chemicals.

Required education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.  An associate's degree in a technical field is preferred.

• Journeyman experience or the completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Experience with VFD drives, HMI/PLC, and verifying electrical motor integrity.
• Experience working with Conduit, Disconnects, Breaker sizing, Wire sizing, and updating wiring schematics.
• 5 years of relevant work experience related to the job roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to drive forklift.
• Ability to use scissor lift or boom lift.

 Benefits include:

• Direct deposit paid weekly.
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunities!
• Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance plans - Eligible 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Free health savings account with employer match.
• Fidelity 401(k) with competitive employer match - fully vested from date of hire.
• 3 weeks paid time off plus sick time (pro-rated based on start date).
• 9 paid company holidays and 3 paid personal holidays.
• Boot allowance twice per year.
• Protective equipment and company swag provided.
• Free life insurance up to $150,000.
• Free employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverages.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• And more!

Work environment and physical demands

• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds routinely.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, and walk long distances.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to crawl, bend, stretch, and twist.
• Ability to reach, push, pull, grasp.
• Perform skilled work in cramped areas, overhead, at heights, and in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to work weekends and nights as necessary. 

Travel required

• The home office for this role is indicated at the top of this job description. Travel to other ingredients PLUS locations may be required as business needs arise.