Electrical Maintenance Technician; 3rd Shift

Overview

Day 1 Benefits, Competitive Pay, Full Relocation Assistance Available!

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This position is responsible for maintaining the plant’s food manufacturing equipment and facility utilities, troubleshooting faulty devices/systems as well as performing regularly scheduled maintenance on all processing and packaging equipment. The position requires proficiency and thorough understanding of various machine systems including but not limited to mechanical systems, electrical and high voltage systems, PLC and controls systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding and fabrication of equipment in a food manufacturing plant.

Also responsible for performing electric maintenance procedures on plant equipment. This individual will have good working knowledge of operation and maintenance of shop equipment and will apply mechanical and electrical ability in all aspects of the job while performing daily routine activities. The ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations is required.

Pay for this position ranges from $27-42/hr depending on relevant experience.

• Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs various production equipment systems and devices and performs regular preventive maintenance as planned.
• Performs regular equipment checks and completes the required predictive checklists to identify early signs of potential equipment failures and minimize unplanned downtime; collaborates with the immediate supervisor and maintenance planner to schedule and develop inspection routines and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Performs new installations and relocations of new/existing equipment, regular and emergency startups and shutdowns of equipment in accordance with company SOPs and safety requirements.
• Assist Team Leaders and line Operators in efficient line start-up and equipment adjustments. Assist other maintenance department staff with technical troubleshooting.
• Keeps supervisor and/or manager up to date on all on-going work assignments, provides consistent updates in regards to project status, completion time projections, and any problems that may have arisen during the course of the project.
• Performs high quality work that meets industry accepted maintenance practices to maintain compliance with external regulatory agencies.
• Continues to develop maintenance technical skills within mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding and fabrication skillset.
• Increases equipment specific knowledge for maintenance activities on factory equipment such as cook kettles, pumps, mixers, food formers, ovens, fillers, food assembly equipment, fryers, primary packaging equipment such as wrappers, secondary packaging equipment such as formers and closers, metal detectors and palletizing equipment.
• Ability to read and update schematics/diagrams, as well as follow electrical preventive maintenance programs.
• Maintain and repair automated equipment (packaging machinery), hydraulic equipment, compressor and refrigeration units, freezer doors, scale, electronic boards, AC/DC drives, PLC, electric hoists, pumps, microwave equipment, and all food processing equipment within our facility.
• Ability to be assigned projects, scope the work, order the materials, complete the job on time and on budget, and pass electrical inspection.
• Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintain lighting inside and outside of the plant.
• Learns and demonstrates our AFNA One Team culture as defined through effective teamwork, communication, leadership, production interaction and support, etc.
• Participates within TPM (total performance management) journey through small group activities (NWT) and continuous improvement methodology (STPD and BDA).
• Perform building and grounds maintenance and facility repairs as needed to include carpentry, plumbing, and painting.
• Maintains a neat and clean work area; adheres to all company policies and procedures; works safely and promotes a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate Degree or other technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Technology or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years of proven work experience on electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems with high proficiency in these areas.
• Functional knowledge of standard manufacturing practices including general safety, lock-out tag-out, forklift safety, ARC Flash and electrostatic discharge awareness.
• Electrical skills in troubleshooting and repairing 480/230 V 3-phase, 120 V and 24 V systems with the ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints and PLC ladder logic.
• Ability to work well with all levels of personnel; strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
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