Electrical Assembly Technician

AMF Bakery Systems Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of bakery equipment is seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves building control panels and wiring machines according to specifications. Ideal candidates have trade school education, relevant assembly experience, and strong electrical aptitude. The position requires proficiency with tools, the ability to work in a manufacturing environment, and to lift up to 50 pounds. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth are available.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical assembly experience required.
• Must provide own basic tools including wrenches and screwdrivers.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues.
• Strong electrical aptitude and knowledge of NEC code and wiring techniques.
• Proficiency with hand, electrical and pneumatic tools; provide own basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble control panels according to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Report assembly progress and recommend improvements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional work area; follow lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proficiency with hand tools

Wiring techniques knowledge

Education

Trade school education with electrical focus

Tools

Box/open-end/socket wrench sets

Screwdriver set

Tape measure

Wire strippers

Job description

WE RISE TOGETHER!

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 guided by The Markel Style, which emphasizes teamwork, integrity, continuous improvement, and shared success. We value diverse perspectives, collaboration, and professional growth, and we encourage teammates to challenge ideas and help us find better ways to work.

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