Electrical Maintenance Technician
Company: KRIER FOODS LLC
Location: Random Lake
Posted on: May 2, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Overview: We are growing our team and looking to add
an electrical Maintenace technician to 1st shift. Must be able to
work rotating weekends. This position has the primary
responsibility of having a strong knowledge of electrical systems
while also being required to perform mechanical duties for ensuring
the preventative maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled repairs of
equipment on the production line and supporting systems including
but not limited to PLC's, VFD's, motor controls and
troubleshooting, and working with power up to and including 480
volts as well as repairing, adjustments, troubleshooting,
preventative maintenance, and rebuilding of plant equipment to
include: blending/packaging/warehouse equipment and systems such as
conveyor systems, pneumatics, hydraulics ,and other support
equipment while also supporting activities such as production
changeovers working in a team based
environment.Responsibilities:Works as a self-motivated individual
with minimal supervision while functioning as a productive team
member. Responsible for troubleshooting assets including Blending
and Packaging equipment to include other plant support equipment in
a fast-paced manufacturing facility to determine mechanical or
electrical failure. Perform set-up, adjustment, timing,
troubleshooting, replacement, and programming of electrical
equipment using ladder logic, electrical prints and/or schematics.
Maintain the equipment in the assigned area in reliable condition.
Attend to breakdowns in a timely manner while continuously reducing
downtime and waste.Dismantle, inspect, and rebuild electrical
assemblies to ensure conformance to specifications or production
requirements. As an electrician you will also perform mechanical
duties such as calibrating, tuning, addressing problems, mechanical
equipment repair and preventative maintenance inspections.
Responsible for complex troubleshooting of industrial electrical
and electronic systems on Blending and packaging equipment
including PLCs, VFD's controllers, servo motors and HMIs Control
systems utilizing low voltage, PLC programs, 24v systems inc. PID
Loop, Instrument control loops such as 4-20Ma, 0-10 volts, 3-15psi
etc.Analog instrumentation480v power distribution system Central
oil and water systemsMany material handling systems including
control cabinets and servo drives.Support Packaging equipment
utilizing PLCs and HMIs such as depalletizers, fillers, packers and
palletizers, conveying systems etc. Support overall plant equipment
utilizing PLCs and HMIs such as Blending systems, Filtering
systems, Centrifuges, Pumps, Valves, Pneumatics, Heat exchangers
etc. Must comply with NFPA 70e and NEC codes. Aerial lift use.
Interpret prints of machine assemblies and wiring
diagramsResponsible for enforcing and following safety and quality
standards, good manufacturing practices (GMP's), Federal, State,
and Local regulations, and adherence to job specifications.Ensure
proper PPE is utilized, as well as forklift compliance is adhered
to.Ensure equipment is performing as designed and provide
high-level work in a craftmanship manner. Consistently developing
work orders and PMs and contributing to support continuous
improvement opportunities and initiatives to reduce expenses and
improve the overall operation.Responsible for changeovers, general
maintenance, and inspecting the production line for proper setup to
ensure everything is set up correctly (processing system,
detectors, injectors, coders, etc.).Troubleshoot, service, and
repair facility and production equipment correctly and in a timely
manner.Monitor and maintain equipment for proper operation and
report issues to maintenance supervisor and on documentation and
completing production as scheduled for the day.Completes
maintenance schedules and work orders and makes utilization of all
resources in alignment with plant priorities.Ability to
troubleshoot packaging, conveying, and process equipment.Working
knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems and
components.Ability to understand and follow blueprints
manufacturers documentation and manuals.Experience using CMMS
programs.Ability to weld (TIG/MIG) and fabricate a plus.
Collaborates with other departments and communicates requirements,
opportunity areas, the status of work orders, and results.Other
duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Benefits:Low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance available on
day 1Matching 401k planPaid vacation starts after 90 daysPaid
BirthdayPaid holidaysPerks:Continuing EducationEmployee Assistance
ProgramShort Term DisabilityFinancial wellness/401K
counseling$25,000 Term life insuranceJolly Good Soda
discountsRequirements:Qualifications:High school diploma or
equivalent required.5 years' previous maintenance machine repair
experience required; with experience in Food and Beverage or
high-speed continuous manufacturing industry preferred. Journeyman,
Apprentice Certification preferred or in lieu of a journey-level
card, 5 years of experience with PLCs such as Allen Bradley, and
HMI or an associate degree or equivalent in electrical engineering
technology or electronic systems will be accepted.Basic electrical
circuitry knowledgeRequired to fully comply with Quality Management
System Policies and Procedures and Food Safety Management
requirements.Must be able to work overtime as needed including
change at the start and end of shift times and weekends (including
the last week of the calendar year to perform maintenance on
production lines).Required to be forklift certified by Krier Foods,
Inc. before operating any company-owned forklift.Possess strong
attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and strong problem-solving
skills.Strong mechanical aptitude for pumps, gearboxes, and
equipment systems.Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal
skills, work independently, cultivate a culture of trust,
accountability, collaboration, and teamwork.Leads and Maintenance
employees will not be approved for vacation during the period of
the Annual Maintenance Shutdown week (normally scheduled the week
after the Christmas Holiday)Must attain Food Safety Training
(Qualified Individual)Possess a proven track record of achievement
in a high speed, high volume manufacturing environment,
specifically working with packaging equipment.You love a challenge.
You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your
understanding of the business priorities. You act with appropriate
urgency to various market events and trends that require a quick
turnaround in plans and strategy. You are confident and competent.
You are diplomatic, professional and exercise great judgment in
developing and maintaining excellent business relationships within
the business. You are serious about delivering results and take
pride in a proven track record in delivering. You have a flexible
schedule and can work overtime and weekends as needed.Safety is of
the utmost importance to you, and you have experience contributing
to a safe workplace.Physical Requirements:The physical demands
described here are representative of those an employee should
possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to
perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical
exertions, including standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling,
lifting, carrying, kneeling, and climbing) approximately 85% of the
day and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Required to have close visual
acuity to perform any activity such as transcribing; viewing a
computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving
small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including
inspection); using measuring devices, and/or assembly or
fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.Ability to work
in various conditions with exposure to extreme heat, cold, dust and
fumes.Compensation details: 43-45 Hourly
WagePI4a17d4b216e0-25660-34316320
Keywords: KRIER FOODS LLC, Wauwatosa , Electrical Maintenance Technician, Professions , Random Lake, Wisconsin
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