Electrical Technician

General Mills; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills in Murfreesboro, TN is hiring an Electrical Technician for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role focuses on reading electrical/control schematics, performing troubleshooting, and conducting preventative maintenance in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus a tech diploma and related experience; familiarity with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley is preferred. The site emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Tech school diploma and 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing/production environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Rockwell and Allen Bradley components.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to plant safety measures (LOTO, isolation) in a clean, climate controlled environment.
• Read and update electrical/control schematics and piping/DI diagrams.
• Provide troubleshooting and modification support for equipment and controls.
• Perform preventative electrical maintenance and analyze uptime/downtime.
• Participate in root cause analyses and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Schematic reading

PLC knowledge

Electrical controls

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tech school diploma

Tools

Rockwell

Allen-Bradley

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.POSITION OVERVIEWElectrical TechnicianUp to $43.30 per hour$37.88 - $38.99 per hour to startShift differential - 3rd shift $1.00 per hourShift differential - 2nd shift $0.50 per hourWhy Join Our TeamLocated in beautiful Middle Tennessee, the Murfreesboro manufacturing site is comprised of over 1000 dedicated employees serving the Morning Foods and Meals & Baking Operating Units for General Mills. We operate in a dynamic business environment in a site that values safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect. We pride ourselves in serving the world by making food people love!What We Have to Offer15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 11 paid holidaysOpportunity to earn 12 additional Paid Days OffGreat paid time off benefits401(k) matchHealth Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and lifeAnd much more!Your Work Schedule and Shift InformationCurrently Hiring 2nd and 3rd shift8-hour shifts2nd: 2:50pm to 11:20pm3rd: 10:50pm – 7:20amAbility and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency eventsPlant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per weekKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will:Adhering to plant safety measures including LOTO and total energy isolation in a clean, Climate controlled, and stress-free work environmentReading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagramsProviding technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modificationsPerforming uptime and downtime, preventative electrical maintenanceUnderstanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why, Breakdown Elimination)Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performanceAssist in training new employeesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of a high school education or GEDTech school diploma and 2 years of experience in related field or equivalent experience in a related field preferred (familiarity with Rockwell and Allen Bradley components)Electrical/ Controls experience may include plant power distribution, plant equipment controls and plant electrical supportLicensed Journeyman preferredExperience in a manufacturing/production environment preferredMust possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English).Must be able to lift up-to 50lbsMust be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfacesAbility to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platformsAbility to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net, and gloves when requiredWilling and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environmentAbility to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditionsWilling to work around industrial high-speed moving machineryAbility to work with allergens that might be present in a food environmentNeed to be able to work in a tobacco free environmentGood understanding of electrical safety (low & high voltage), including arc flash trainingAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, and occasionally update themMust posses’ advance knowledge of PLC’s, SLC’s, Logix 5000, as well as accompanying hardware componentsAbility to troubleshoot and repair issues with drives, sensors, measuring devices, and motorELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: