3rd Shift Controls Technician Level 4

Michigan Turkey Producers; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Turkey Producers is seeking an experienced maintenance electrician for their Wyoming, MI facility. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment, designing control systems, and improving electrical infrastructure in a food-processing environment.

The candidate will work under the Maintenance Manager and collaborate with the Plant Engineer to meet safety and production goals. Travel is minimal; on-site work in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• PLC and HMI programming experience (RSLogix 500/5000, FT View ME/SE).
• Electrical troubleshooting with PLC and VFD experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Licensed Electrician or in the process of acquiring license is a plus.
• TIG welds stainless steel to “food grade” standards, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment.
• Design, develop, and supervise electrical control systems for machinery.
• Work with Plant Engineer and Maintenance to plan goals.
• Assist Project Coordinator in cost savings solutions.
• Provide PLC programming and troubleshooting support.
• Develop and maintain HMI systems and controls documentation.
• Assist with SOP documentation and equipment wiring.
• Support Refrigeration Specialists as required.
• Participate in HAZMAT.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical troubleshooting

AutoCAD Electrical

Welding (TIG) food-grade

Licensed Electrician

Education

Electrician license (or in progress)

Tools

RSLogix 500/5000

FactoryTalk View ME/SE

PanelView

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

MTP Full Time Wyoming, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1277

Essential Functions of Role:

This is “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.
• ACCOUNTABLE FOR:
  • 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 controls 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.
• Ability to solve computer system problems in a server environment.
• 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:
  • Ear plugs
  • Hard Hat
  • Hair Net
  • Protective Coat (clothing protector)
  • Forearm protection
  • Plastics gloves
  • Cotton gloves

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 the 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.

MTP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. MTP is proud to have tobacco, drug, and alcohol free work environments.