Industrial Electrician

Electrician

This role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing production equipment and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment that specializes in spice production. The electrician ensures reliable operation of blenders, scaling systems, sifters, mills, and packaging machinery while working with a range of electrical voltages and interpreting technical documentation to support safe and efficient plant operations.

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, including blenders, scaling systems, sifters, hammer mills, roller mills, and vertical form filling machines.
• Maintain and repair electrical systems operating at 120V, 220V, and 480V to ensure safe and reliable performance.
• Perform breakdown analysis and diagnostics on machinery and electrical systems to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, drawings, and samples to install, modify, or repair equipment and wiring.
• Use PLC troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve control system issues in industrial equipment.
• Perform wiring, rewiring, and electrical component replacements in accordance with applicable codes and safety standards.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on production machinery and electrical systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Utilize welding skills to support maintenance and repair of equipment and infrastructure as needed.
• Perform plumbing work with PVC, copper, and metal pipes to support production and facility systems.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts safely to access equipment and perform maintenance tasks at various heights.
• Work safely in confined spaces, on ladders, and on elevated platforms while following all safety procedures.
• Handle, move, and position equipment, bags, and drums weighing up to 100 lbs as part of maintenance and repair activities.
• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments to convey detailed instructions and updates on maintenance activities.
• Respond to occasional after-hours calls for emergency maintenance needs.
• Complete other maintenance and repair duties as assigned to support continuous plant operations.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience maintaining and repairing production machinery.
• Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting electrical systems and reading electrical schematics.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment.
• Ability to maintain and repair electrical systems at 120V, 220V, and 480V.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Professional welding ability suitable for maintenance and repair work.
• Plumbing experience with PVC, copper, and metal pipes.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Scissor lift operation experience.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry heavy products and equipment up to 100 lbs frequently.
• Ability to walk long distances within a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to climb on and off forklifts occasionally.
• Ability to work in confined spaces safely.
• Ability to extend arms overhead or at shoulder height for tasks.
• Strong manual dexterity to hold, grasp, turn, touch, pick up, and pinch using hands and fingers.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, and bend downwards and forward for extended periods as needed.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and platforms safely.
• Ability to stand, work, and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher.
• Clear verbal communication skills to express and exchange ideas and convey detailed instructions.
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and machinery sounds, including alarms.
• Near and far visual acuity sufficient to read schematics, labels, and observe equipment conditions.
• Ability to work effectively in noisy, dusty environments that may contain spices and high heat intensity.
• Ability to tolerate working in both cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and write English to follow procedures, safety guidelines, and documentation.
• Willingness and ability to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed.