Controls and Electrical Technician

Schreiber Foods, Inc.; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 5,732,193 - 6,743,352; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) with company match

$6,000+ lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Schreiber Foods, Inc. is seeking a skilled technician for Manufacturing & Operations to work in a modern facility in Cumberland County, Shippensburg, with technical tasks requiring electrical maintenance expertise.

This role offers an attractive pay rate starting at $41.61/hour, with potential earnings up to $48.95/hour. Benefits include medical coverage from day one, a retirement plan with company match, and additional perks such as childcare support and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English at an intermediate level.
• Two years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork in food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate plant equipment.
• Monitor critical equipment and assist maintenance teams.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

Safety compliance

Technical documentation

Education

High school diploma/GED or technical schooling

Tools

Electric control systems

Motors

Instrumentation

VFDs

Job description

Job Summary

Manufacturing & Operations – Repair & Maintenance. Shift: 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM alternating three- and four-day weeks with every other weekend off. Looking for a high-paying, technical role in a modern facility with climate-controlled work environment and no mandatory overtime.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: up to $41.61/hour, earning potential up to $48.95/hour at top level.
• Performance bonuses twice per year based on plant/company goals.
• Two retirement plans – 401(k) with up to 8% company match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contributions.
• Day‑1 benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance; paid vacation & holidays.
• $6,000+ lifestyle benefits including childcare support, gym memberships & HSA support.
• Other benefits: wellness incentive, lifestyle spending account, tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, preventative, project, and emergency electrical/electronic maintenance on plant equipment and utility systems.
• Troubleshoot, modify, calibrate, and check performance on plant equipment.
• Support PLC programming and electrical control system work.
• Ensure electrical equipment and installations meet applicable requirements.
• Complete assigned projects, including planning, purchasing materials, modifications, and major overhauls.
• Monitor critical equipment and assist maintenance and production teams as needed.
• Follow food safety, quality, GMP, housekeeping, PPE, and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and/or technical schooling.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English at an intermediate level.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow complex troubleshooting instructions and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with motors, PLCs, controls, instrumentation, servos, electrical distribution, VFDs, and valves.
• Two years of maintenance and/or logistics equipment experience preferred.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork in a food manufacturing environment.

Additional Requirements

• Maintain strong dependability with an absenteeism rate under 3%.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and other duties as assigned.
• Pass power equipment certification as needed.
• Pass the Ramsey Electrician Technician Test.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including walking, bending, kneeling, repetitive motion, and stair/ladder climbing.
• Comfortable working in a food manufacturing environment with loud sounds, occasional heights, and warehouse/external exposure.

Career Path

This role offers opportunities for growth, stability, and long-term success in a clean, team-focused environment where safety and technical skill are valued.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Schreiber Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.