3rd Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician

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Active Full Time Manual Labor Lancaster, PA, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $33.00 To $47.00 Annually

Shank's Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients - Shank's is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank's quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide. We have an immediate opening for an Electro-Mechanical Technician

Available Immediately Upon Hire:
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, , 401K, and PTO.

Disclaimer:
Shank's Extracts manufactures various products that identify as major food allergens (milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans) as well as several other food ingredients. We cannot guarantee you will not be exposed to skin and/or odor contact with these various ingredients. Your health and safety are our number one priority, and we will do our best to accommodate within reason.

The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, and repair automated machinery and computer-controlled mechanical systems within our company.

• Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs electronic equipment to component levels by company regulations.
• Analyzes data to assess the performance of machinery to ensure efficiency.
• Troubleshoots and repairs PLC equipment.
• Documents maintenance and machine safety data.
• Reads blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine the method and sequence of assembly of a machine or a piece of equipment.
• Responsible for following all safety procedures as required by the role and nurturing a food safety culture by adhering to all Safe Quality Foods requirements.
• Performs regular and preventative maintenance on installed electro-mechanical equipment.
• Use instruments to test the performance of electromechanical assemblies.
• Follows specific layout and schematic diagrams to repair and maintain machines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated strong electrical comprehension/aptitude of 3-phase motor controls.
• Able to troubleshoot at a high level with little to no assistance.
• Able to interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Able to troubleshoot motor VFDs and program/adjust as production needs arise.
• Able to troubleshoot machines controlled by PLCs.
• Able to troubleshoot control sensors including but not limited to proximity switches, infrared eyes, transducers, thermal probes, and limit switches.
• Must be able to communicate and work effectively within the maintenance team and with internal customers.
• A willingness to work alongside mechanics should the need arise.
• Must have good problem-solving skills.
• Able to give, receive, and analyze information.
• English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity to ensurea safe and effective work environment.

• Able to provide/possess accredited industrial electrical certification or electrical license.
• Requires four (4) years of related maintenance experience or an associate degree in electromechanical technology.
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred.
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred.

• Will be required to stand for an entire shift.
• Requires walking frequently.
• May require the employee to infrequently lift and/or carry objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Requires frequent pushing, pulling, and lifting close to the body.
• Requires bending, twisting, stooping, and squatting.
• May be required to work at heights while on Boom or Scissor Lift.
• Must be able to work in various indoor temperatures including elevated heat and humidity.
• Exposure to elevated noise levels that occur below OSHA thresholds.
• Infrequent exposure to machine sanitation solutions and detergents.
• Requires frequent visual quality control observations which may include turning and bending of the neck and head area.
• Exposure to various odors throughout a work shift.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]
• Required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices [GMPs]
• Exposure to food allergens such as, but not limited to, milk eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans will occur.

Conduct:Wewillconducteveryaspectofourbusinesswithhonesty,integrity,and openness,respectinghumanrightsand the interestsof our employees, customers,andthirdparties.

Quality:Shank'siscommittedtofoodsafetyandproductquality.

Weemployextensivefoodsafetyprogramsandcontrolsatalllevels.

Ourqualitystandardsandfoodsafetyproceduresarethoroughlybeingevaluatedinternallyandexternally.

We continuously strive to improve our performance.

Integrity:Shank'sanditsemployeeswillnotoffer,give,seekorreceive,eitherdirectlyorindirectly,improperinducements for business or financialgain.

Whereinformationis confidential,thatconfidentialitymustbe…