Job Description

Essential Functions of Role:

This is a “hands-on” non-production operation role.

• Meeting USDA, HACCP, GMFP, and Company standards, and under the supervision of a Maintenance Manager and Controls Engineer, the functions of this role are to be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, rebuilds and projects on all plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and supervising electrical control systems for machinery and equipment.
• Working closely with Plant Engineer and Maintenance Managers to plan and accomplish goals.
• Assist Project Coordinator in developing and implementing Cost Savings Solutions.
• Provide electrical and programming troubleshooting support for all plant equipment and processes.
• Assist all personnel with electrical and equipment troubleshooting as needed.
• Perform and assist in PLC programming and maintaining files.
• Design and develop HMI system.
• Manage and assist with all rol documentation.
• Help build and wire equipment panels, as necessary.
• Manage assigned projects from start to finish.
• Manage and assist with SOP documentation on various plant equipment and processes.
• Assist Refrigeration Specialists as required.
• Participation in HAZMAT.
  

Qualifications:

• PLC and HMI programming experience. ( RSlogix 500, RSlogix 5000, FactoryTalk View ME & SE, PanelView & PanelView +)
• Electrical troubleshooting with PLC and VFD experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to solve computer system problems in a server environment.
• VB Programming, a plus.cont
• Licensed Electrician or in the process of acquiring license, a plus
• TIG welds stainless steel to “food grade” standards, a plus.

Key Measurable Results:

• Equipment Uptime
• Departmental Budget
• Safety Performance
• Self Improvement
• Development of Other Departmental Employees 
• PROTECTIVE WEAR NEEDED:
• earplugs
• Hard Hat
• Hair Net
• Protective Coat (clothing protector)
• Forearm protection
• Gloves: cotton and plastic

Physical Qualifications:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined.  
• Must be able to twist, bend, reach, and stand for 8 hours or the duration of the shift, in a wet cold environment.
• Must be able to utilize a computer, telephone, facsimile, and other office equipment for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to sit, and stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to get underneath or mount equipment ranging from below grade (below floor level) up to 17 feet and in a confined space of 2’x 2’or larger to perform repairs and inspections (i.e., Stunner, IO Bird washer, elevated drives, Rotomatic, Tumbler, etc.).
• Must be able to work at heights of 17’ to repair & / or inspect equipment.
• Must be able to physically perform continuous equipment repairs in a wet, slippery environment for up to 10-12 hours per day.
• Must be able to physically perform equipment repairs in a slippery/uneven environment which includes but is not limited to sloped flooring, pitched flooring, steps throughout work areas, etc.
• Must be able to lift, and tighten (“tork”) equipment up to approximately 70 pounds.
• Must be able to safely & efficiently make machine repairs in a seriously demanding, challenging, fast-paced, high-pressure, and tense atmosphere.