Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining all automation throughout the facility (electric circuits of 480VAC or less).
• Troubleshoot and repair 3 phase 480 Volt Electrical systems, variable frequency drive (VFD) and AC/DC systems
• Ability to read and understand ladder logic.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logix Control (PLC) (Allen-Bradley) systems like, Logix Controls
• Determine needs for installing new equipment.
• Installation of electrical in Class II, Division I, Group G areas using the NEC.
• Perform mechanical skills including but not limited to plumbing, spouting, sheet metal layout/fabrication, welding, general fabrication, steam, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Trouble shoot and diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments to motors, machinery, and electrical equipment.
• Perform a variety of general building repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blue prints, schematics and work orders to perform installations, removals, and repairs.
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Effectively operate computers and computerized test equipment.
• Responsible for operation/monitoring of the steam, air and water systems and all other equipment in the Boiler Room.
• Complete all daily paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned to enhance the overall production of operations and the maintenance department.
• Performs work in a manner that is in compliance with all policies and GMP rules. Reports any conditions that may put product quality at risk.
• Performs work in a safety conscious manner that is in compliance with all policies and procedures. Reports any conditions that pose a safety risk to personnel and/or property.
• Perform work per the assigned on site schedule

Qualifications

Required:

• Education/Experience: Associate's Industrial Electromechanical or similar degree is preferred and experience in industrial electromechanical repair is required.
• Able to work a flexible work schedule which includes swing shift, weekends and holidays. This also includes overtime when needed.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to proficiently verbally communicate, read, and write I English for the purposes of record keeping and quality training and processes
• Need to have the capability to work in a team environment and maintain positive working relationships with other colleagues.
• Need to be capable of working in varying climates and environment.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a food manufacturing facility is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Physically able to work outside, climb ladders and lift 100 lbs., tolerate dust and high or low temperature.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, and kneeling
• Comfortable working at heights and on ladders or scaffolding
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for operating tools and machinery
• Tolerance for noisy, dusty, or hot/cold environments
• Ability to wear required PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, and respirators
• Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to identify mechanical or safety issues
• Stamina to work 12-hour shifts or rotating schedules as needed