Electro Mechanical Technician Days

The Campbell's Company; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Campbell's Company is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to enhance reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing lines. You will service high-speed food processing and packaging equipment, troubleshoot electrical systems, and support PLCs, robotics, and automation while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Candidates should have strong electrical skills, experience with 120V–480V systems, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems 120V–480V.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, automation systems, and robotics.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed food processing and packaging equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems from 120V to 480V.
• Support PLC-controlled equipment, automation systems, and robotics.
• Maintain safety and operational standards; minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

PLC troubleshooting

Robotics handling

High-speed equipment experience

Blueprints/Schematics reading

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

How You Will Make History Here

As an Industrial Maintenance Electrician, you will play a critical role in maximizing the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our manufacturing operations. Your expertise in industrial electrical systems, automation, PLCs, robotics, and high-speed production equipment will help minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives. By maintaining safe, reliable operations, you will directly contribute to delivering quality products to consumers every day.

What You Will Do

Electrical & Automation Maintenance

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed food processing and packaging equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems ranging from 120V to 480V industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled equipment, automation systems, and robotics.
• Perform electrical repairs to minimize downtime and improve operational performance.
• Maintain electrical systems and equipment in accordance with safety and operational standards.

Equipment Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Support equipment reliability initiatives through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, quality, and equipment performance.
• Maintain organized work areas and actively support 5S initiatives.

Documentation & Technical Support

• Read and interpret:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Blueprints
  • Wiring diagrams
  • OEM equipment manuals
• Utilize computer systems and maintenance software to access documentation and support maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate findings as needed.

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate effectively with incoming and outgoing shifts to ensure continuity of operations.
• Partner with Machine Operators, Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Maintenance Team Members to resolve issues and improve equipment performance.
• Support Daily Direction Setting (DDS) and other plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Share technical knowledge and collaborate with team members to achieve plant goals.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support overtime, weekend work, and alternate shift assignments as business needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing operations.

Who You Will Work With

In this role, you will collaborate with:

• Machine Operators
• Production Team Members
• Maintenance Technicians
• Maintenance Supervisors
• Team Leaders
• Continuous Improvement Teams
• Engineering and Technical Resources
• Plant Leadership

You will work cross-functionally to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations.

What You Bring To The Table… (must Have)

• Strong electrical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems operating from 120V through 480V.
• Ability to troubleshoot high-speed manufacturing, processing, or packaging equipment.
• Experience working with PLCs, automation systems, and industrial controls.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and orderly work areas.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• High School Diploma or GED

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• Vocational, technical school, or Industrial Technology training.
• Prior industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Experience supporting:
  • Robotics systems
  • High-speed packaging equipment
  • Automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience with SAP or other maintenance management systems.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and 5S practices.
• Advanced troubleshooting experience in electrical, automation, and controls systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Frequent interaction with high-speed production and packaging systems.
• Exposure to elevated noise levels.
• Requires adherence to all plant safety, quality, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, and overtime as required by business needs.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.