Electromechanical Technician (11PM-7AM)

J&J Snack Foods; Moscow Mills (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to troubleshoot and maintain production machinery across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. You will read schematics, modify PLCs, and work with engineering to implement reliability improvements.

The role requires a technical degree and extensive hands-on experience with welding, PLCs, and preventative maintenance, with multi-shift availability and strict adherence to GMPs and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Two year technical degree or equivalent certification.
• Minimum eight years’ experience as a Maintenance Mechanic.
• Minimum three years’ experience in Welding, PLC, Preventative Maintenance, and Fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain production and plant machinery across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Read electrical schematics and ladder logic; modify PLCs and controls as needed.
• Identify design enhancements with vendors and engineering to improve equipment reliability.
• Install electrical parts and hardware; assist in installation of new machinery.
• Report unsafe equipment and take corrective action; guide maintenance staff.
• Maintain training, certifications, and adherence to GMPs, PPE, and SOPs.
• Support Safety, efficiency, and productivity of equipment and plant operations.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical aptitude

Welding experience

Schematic reading

Education

Two year technical degree

Tools

Soldering

Electrical wiring

PLC programming software

Job description

Scope:

The Electro-Mechanical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining production and other plant machinery including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and modify PLC’s, controls, meters, and sensor hardware
• Read and understand electrical schematics and ladder logic
• Assist in the identification of design enhancements that can be made to improve equipment reliability while working with vendors and engineering to implement these changes
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in machines, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
• Assist in installation of new machinery and equipment
• Report broken/inoperable/unsafe equipment to shift supervisor, maintenance manager, and/or plant engineer and take immediate corrective action if warranted
• Guide and assist maintenance mechanics with equipment repairs
• Maintain ongoing necessary/required training, certifications and education
• Comply with company rules and policies including GMP’s and PPE, and adherence to SOPs
• Institute the direction and goals of the Maintenance Manager to maintain the safety, efficiency, and productivity of equipment and plant operations
• Assist supervisors in after-hours maintenance calls
• Maintain work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures
• Responsible for food safety and quality

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Two year technical degree or equivalent certification
• Minimum eight years’ experience as a Maintenance Mechanic
• Minimum three years’ experience in Welding, PLC, Preventative Maintenance, and Fabrication
• Experience wiring 480V and 208V motors; and programming settings on the VFD’s for these motors
• Knowledge of in-house equipment and machinery
• Proficiency with electrical and mechanical system troubleshooting with a strong understanding of AC and DC voltages and mechanical power transmission systems
• Proficiency in reading blue prints and electrical schematics
• Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines on short notice
• Effective written/oral communication skills and inter-personal skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to work multiple shifts and overtime as required (including some weekends)
• Regular and reliable attendance

Disclaimer:This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

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