Electrical Technician - 2nd or 3rd Shift

pladis Foods Limited; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an ambitious global biscuits and confectionery business as an Electrical Technician. In this role, you'll analyze and resolve electrical issues, ensuring the smooth operation of plant systems and equipment. Your expertise in electrical theory and PLC programming will be essential in maintaining high-quality production standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values collaboration and innovation while providing a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you're ready to make an impact and bring happiness to consumers, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience as an industrial electrician with knowledge of PLC controls.
• Vocational training in industrial electricity and PLC systems required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and correct electrical problems and overhaul electrical equipment.
• Install, program, and troubleshoot PLC and DDC based control systems.

Skills

Electrical Theory

PLC Programming

3 Phase Power Distribution

Robotics

Circuit Analysis

Education

Vocational School Training

Formal PLC Training

Tools

Hand Tools

Machine Tools

Job description

Electrical Technician - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast-growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure, and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient, and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivaled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

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SUMMARY:

To analyze and correct electrical problems and overhaul electrical equipment and controls. To participate in the installation, programming, and start-up of Plant systems and equipment as assigned.

Essential Functions:

1. Plans details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develops a logical approach to correct problem.
2. Analyzes circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
3. Receives wiring diagrams, specifications, and instructions from supervisor covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation inspection work to be performed.
4. Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials, and principles of operation of electrical equipment. Starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
5. Services electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
6. Installs, repairs, and maintains communication cables, power distribution systems, (Switchgear), and splices pieces as required.
7. Fabricates parts if not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
8. Determines need for, analyzes, and makes necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
9. Advises and cautions operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
10. Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective action taken.

Install, program, start-up and troubleshoot PLC, DDC based control systems, i.e., Allen Bradley SLC-50, 100, 500 or equivalent.

May be part of a mechanical team on major installations, working with other trades such as machinist, pipefitters, etc.

May be called upon to do temporary or long-term repairs in other areas of Plant Maintenance such as pipefitter, HVAC, boiler room, etc.

Comply with all safety policies, report safety violations, and attend safety meetings.

Report problems regarding food safety to supervisor or manager.

Job Qualifications:

1. Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions and correspondences in English. Ability to effectively present information in a small group situation, and to other employees of the organization.
2. Vocational school or junior technical college training as an industrial electrician.
3. Formal training in PLC based industrial control systems, i.e., Allen Bradley Training School course or technical school equivalent.
4. 5 to 8 years experience as an industrial electrician, including 3 Phase Plant Power Distributions systems, motor theory, PLC controls. Experience with Robotics desirable.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Manufacturing environment
• Frequent lifting up to 60 lbs. and standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Candidate must be able to work from an elevated platform.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.