Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems in machinery and equipment, including diagnosing issues related to electrical circuits, motor controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and other electrical systems
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment, including regularly scheduled inspections, testing and cleaning of electrical components, and replacement of worn or damaged parts
• Install and modify electrical systems as necessary, such as adding new equipment or improving existing systems
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, regulations, and safety protocols, and provide guidance and support to other staff members regarding electrical safety practices
• Work collaboratively with other maintenance and production staff to ensure that equipment downtime is minimized and production goals are met
• Maintain accurate records of electrical maintenance and repair activities, including equipment logs, maintenance schedules, and inventory of electrical supplies and spare parts
• Keep up-to-date with advances in electrical technology and equipment and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• At least 3-5 years of experience in electrical maintenance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of electrical systems, including circuits, motors, and PLCs, and the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
• Familiarity with industrial electrical standards and codes, and the ability to apply these standards to ensure electrical safety in the workplace
• This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.