Controls Electrician - Y&S Plant (Lancaster, PA)

Hershey Company; Chestnut Ridge (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime potential

Job summary

The Hershey Company Lancaster plant is seeking a Controls Electrician for the Y&S Plant in Lancaster, PA. This hourly role on 3rd shift offers starting pay of $39.97/hour with a $1.00/hour shift premium and a $4,000 sign-on bonus. Work involves PLCs, control systems, and high-speed candy production environment.

Candidates must have industrial electrical experience, be able to read schematics, and lift up to 50 lbs. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Experience with motors, controls (AC/DC) and instrumentation
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and prints
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance and production in troubleshooting, repairing and adjusting equipment
• Interpret machine manuals, schematics and engineering drawings
• Demonstrate use of electricity, electronics and control systems
• Follow NFPA 70-E and NEC standards
• Perform PLC and control system troubleshooting and repair
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning components (transformers, breakers, fuses, motors)

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical diagrams reading

Digital/analog devices

Electrical print schematics

Education

Journeyman electrician card or 3+ years in manufacturing electrical work

Tools

PLC controllers

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Controlnet/Devicenet network knowledge

Job description

Controls Electrician - Y&S Plant (Lancaster, PA)

Why Hershey

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey's enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference-locally and globally-is part of how we do business every day.

Job Location: Lancaster, PA

Position Type: Hourly

Sign On Bonus: $4000

Requisition Number: 130913

Location Details:

The Hershey Company Lancaster plant is a Non-Union plant producing Licorice Products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment. We have an immediate need to hire a Controls Electrician.

Pay:

Starting pay rate: $39.97/hour

$1.00/hour additional shift premium for working 2nd or 3rd shift $4000 Sign-On Bonus! Overtime Potential!

Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible

Shift: 3rd Shift work schedule: 10:30pm-6:30am

• We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays.
• Work schedules, shifts, and assignments are determined based on business and operational needs and may vary by location, department, and position.
• Schedule details will be discussed during the offer process.
• Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts. Mandatory overtime could be weekly (scheduled for up to 12 hours/day, Monday through Sunday), daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and/or weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).

Interview / Hiring / Selection Process

Potentially qualified applicants will complete written NOCTI mechanical skills assessment either remotely or at the plant

Candidates that pass the written NOCTI skills assessment will be scheduled for a hands-on mechanical skills assessment at the plantPost-offer Drug Screen & Background Check required

Summary

The Controls Electrician assists area Maintenance and Production personnel in maintaining an efficient operation by utilizing all necessary abilities to troubleshoot, repair and adjust equipment with a minimal amount of down time.

Interpret machine manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings relative to equipment assigned

Understand & demonstrate use of the principles of electricity, electronics, and control systems

Demonstrate an understanding of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70-E

Perform PLC and control system troubleshooting and repair

Diagnose and repair or replace malfunctioning apparatus and components, such as transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, motors, fixtures, PLC's, motion controllers and drives

Troubleshoot Controlnet, Devicenet, DH+, Remote IO and Ethernet networks

Basic knowledge of plant, fire and water sprinkler systems and their controls

Maintain area, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and proper manner

Operate material handling equipment as required

Complete all mandatory training

Required background skills and minimum qualifications shall include:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be flexible to work any shift

Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime as scheduled

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Must have basic understanding of PC's and basic computer skills

Must possess experience in industrial electrical systems

Must possess experience in PLC's

Must possess experience in process controls and instrumentation

Must possess experience with motors and controls (AC and DC)

Must possess experience with analog and digital devices

Must possess experience with schematics and electrical print reading

Demonstrated ability to use Current Probe, Multi-meter, Oscilloscope

Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams

Ability to systematically troubleshoot detailed electrical and electronic systems

Ability and understanding to work with voltages up to 480 volts

Ability and knowledge to troubleshoot programmable controllers

Understanding of analog circuits, i.e., 4-20 ma or 0-10 volts

Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems

Preferred Qualifications

Has a journeyman's card from a state approved apprenticeship program or a minimum of three years of hands-on electrical work in manufacturing systems maintenance or equivalent military experience

Food manufacturing experience is highly desirable

Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is desirable

Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is beneficial

Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred

Experience with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is preferred

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Regularly required to work around operating equipment, confined spaces, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, walk, climb ladders and bend

Working Conditions

Work will be performed within a manufacturing facility

The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, bump camps, hair and beard nets, and gloves

Wearing Company-issued arc flash rated uniforms is a requirement

Wearing arc rated and voltage rated PPE is a requirement for designated electrical tasks

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check results consistent with The Hershey Company's employment policies. Background checks may include but are not limited to the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, social security number verification, and/or drug test.

We encourage applicants to provide a resume or other information that highlights relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. Submission of a resume is not required for consideration. If additional information is needed during the application review process, a member of the recruiting team may contact you to discuss your interest in the opportunity.

Assessment Requirements

To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency, all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact a Talent Professional at 1-877-804-1794 or [e-mail]. Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Service Center [e-mail].

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

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Nearest Major Market: Lancaster