Job Description

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Responsibilities:

• Install and repair electrical systems, control and power distribution system components and circuits for single and three phase systems, following manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Repair and maintain plant machinery and mechanical equipment specific to the operation in accordance with diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturers specifications.
• Analyze and diagnose production machinery and equipment malfunctions; service, repair and replace defective parts using hand tools and power tools and start machines/equipment to test their performance.
• Diagnose, repair or replace faulty electrical and electronic components and circuitry in machines and equipment, that include, but is not limited to relays, switches, transformers, motors, bearings, rewires motors, positions sensing devices and electronic components such as printed circuit boards, etc., and tests components to verify repairs.
• Plan layout and install, maintain, repair or replace wiring and wires electrical fixtures, control panels, and equipment, etc.

• Test and/or inspect electrical systems and continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing equipment such as ohmmeter, voltmeter, and oscilloscope.

• Install and connect power supply wiring and conduit to plant machines and equipment.

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment and document tasks performed in preventive maintenance records.

• Provide technical assistance to the production department in set-up and changeover of production equipment.

• Maintain sanitary conditions while performing work.

• Complete assigned Work Orders and document accordingly then return to Parts Department for closure.

• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.

• Perform duties while working safely – awareness/identification of hazards, ensuring proper PPE is worn, maintaining a clutter free work area, following safety procedures and polices (ex. LO/TO, Confined Space, Right To Know, Fall Protection, etc.)
• Report unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions to supervision/management.
• Ensure food safety/quality polices are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of his/her realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Ensure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
• All other duties as required.

Minimum Experience:

• Five years related electro-mechanical experience

• Knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and its application as it relates to repair, installation, and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems, components, units, circuitry, of plant equipment, machinery, and structures.

• Knowledgeable of mechanical principles and their application, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Minimum Qualifications – Education

• High School Diploma - Required
• Prior industrial maintenance experience Required.

• Experience with PLC programming & control devices Preferred.

• Documented experience Required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude, including a basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and piping systems and the ability to identify and understand mechanical components and their relationship in a mechanism in order to make repairs or improvements.

• Knowledge of various machines, their operation and parts; and skill in using work-related tools including their design, benefits, repair and maintenance.

• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems associated with work processes by applying job specific knowledge.

  Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety rules and precautions of various mechanical/electrical systems.

• Ability to read and work from fabrication drawings and schematics.

• Ability perform math operations to solve work-related problems.
• Ability to read and understand various set up/operational diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and manufacturing specifications as it relates to plant machinery and equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely diverse backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
• Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

• Display high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing work tasks efficiently and safely.

• Respond appropriately to supervision.

• Demonstrate responsible behavior and attention to detail.

• Conduct behavior in a manner that is supportive of the needs, priorities, and goals of the Department and Company.

• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.

• Demonstrate a commitment to high quality standards of workmanship.