Electrical Assembly Technician

AMF Bakery Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AMF Bakery Systems in Virginia seeks an Electrical Assembly Technician to build control panels, junction boxes and wire machines, with or without drawings. You will interpret instructions and work in a safe, structured assembly environment.

Candidates should have trade schooling in electrical fields, experience with electrical assembly, ability to read schematics and NEC practices, and be prepared to lift up to 50 pounds and operate a forklift when required. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Trade school education with electrical focus is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and written instructions.
• Strong electrical aptitude and knowledge of NEC code and wiring techniques.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow verbal, written, and drawn instructions.
• Assemble electrical components onto back panels and equipment.
• Wire components according to specifications and standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional work area.
• Complete tasks within established timeframes while meeting quality and safety requirements (including lockout/tagout procedures).
• Report assembly progress and recommend countermeasures to maintain or recover schedules.
• Identify and suggest productivity and quality improvements to supervisors and engineers.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Reading schematics

Hand and power tools

NEC code knowledge

Education

Trade school education with electrical focus

Tools

Box/open-end/socket wrench sets

Allen wrench set

Screwdriver set

Tap handles

Pliers

Combination square

9" level

Wire strippers and side cutters

Tape measure

English and metric tools

Lockable toolbox

Job description

At AMF Bakery Systems, we partner with our customers to produce better food for families around the world while creating better lives for our teammates, customers, and communities. AMF Bakery Systems is the world's largest manufacturer of high-speed bakery equipment, providing complete automated solutions across multiple product categories, including Soft Bread & Rolls, Artisan Bread, Cake & Pie, Pizza & Flatbread, and Pastry & Croissant. AMF is part of the Markel Food Group, a global leader in food manufacturing equipment. Our culture is built on teamwork, integrity, continuous improvement, and shared success. We value diverse perspectives, collaboration, and professional growth, and we encourage our teammates to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and find better ways to work together. If you're looking for a company to grow with, AMF Bakery Systems offers a teammate-centered culture and exciting career opportunities worldwide.

Job Description

AMF Bakery Systems is seeking a motivated and self-driven Electrical Assembly Technician (EAT). This role is responsible for building control panels, junction boxes, and wiring machines within the Assembly operation. The technician must be able to work with or without drawings and schematics and may occasionally perform minor mechanical rework to complete assigned tasks.

Job Duties (include but are not limited to)

• Interpret and follow verbal, written, and drawn instructions
• Assemble electrical components onto back panels and equipment
• Wire components according to specifications and standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional work area
• Complete tasks within established timeframes while meeting quality and safety requirements (including lockout/tagout procedures)
• Report assembly progress and recommend countermeasures to maintain or recover schedules
• Identify and suggest productivity and quality improvements to supervisors and engineers

Requirements

• Trade school education with an electrical focus preferred
• Relevant electrical assembly experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and written instructions
• Strong electrical aptitude, including proper use of NEC code and wiring techniques
• Proficiency with hand, electrical, and pneumatic tools, and knowledge of proper tool selection
• Must provide own basic tools, including:
• Box/open-end/socket wrench sets
• Allen wrench set
• Screwdriver set
• Tap handles
• Pliers
• Combination square
• 9\" level
• Wire strippers and side cutters
• Tape measure
• English and metric tools recommended
• Lockable toolbox recommended
• Required PPE: safety glasses and steel-toed safety shoes
• Required attire: long pants and sleeved shirt (short sleeves acceptable)
• Ability to stand on concrete floors for at least eight hours and perform physical tasks such as kneeling, squatting, bending, and lifting
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues
• Ability to safely operate a fork truck

Working Environment

• Manufacturing facility environment (approximately 95% indoors / 5% outdoors)
• Heated facility in winter; not air-conditioned in summer
• Occasionally loud environment; hearing protection provided and required where posted

Benefits

AMF Bakery Systems offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for career growth within AMF and the global Markel Food Group

Salary: $22 - $30 per hour