Maintenance Electrician

Kellogg; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to join their innovative team in a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring plant efficiency, and fostering a culture of safety and communication. The ideal candidate will have a passion for problem-solving and a strong background in electrical systems, along with a high school diploma or GED. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to work in a vibrant community surrounded by rich culture and history. If you're ready to make an impact in the food industry, this position is for you!

Benefits

Health benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial environment as an electrician is essential.
• Knowledge of behavior-based safety systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and machine repair.
• Analyze equipment failures and provide effective solutions.

Skills

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Root Cause Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you have a spark for working with electrical and mechanical components? We have an opening in our state-of-the-art facility for a Maintenance Electrician in our Lancaster plant. You will be partnering with Operations, Quality Food Safety and Environmental Health and Safety personnel. Are you passionate, do you love problem solving; are you eager to shape a strong future for our company and your career? We’re hoping you can take a new angle on what otherwise might be ordinary. Feel grounded in knowing we foster creativity. Let’s bring out the Tiger in you! This will be a 2nd or 3rd shift position paying $36.76 per hour.

Our Lancaster facility is located in Central Pennsylvania, which is 90 minutes from downtown Philadelphia and Baltimore. Enjoy a gorgeous, safe area with great schools in the heart of Amish Country and only a ston's throw away from Harrisburg, Hershey Park and Gettysburg. Once you're here, you'll never want to leave! If you want a great place to live with lots of things to do, but without the headaches of a big city, Lancaster is the place for you. It’s a G-r-r-reat place to be making Frosted Flakes!

Kellogg is progressing toward unleashing our full potential by the end of 2023. After this portfolio transformation journey is complete, this role will support WK Kellogg Co., a leading food company in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean with a portfolio of iconic, world-class brands. Learn more about our bold next steps at UnleashingOurPotential.com.

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Maintaining Equipment and Amplifying your PLC knowledge - You will be constantly alternating in between troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and on the spot machine repair. You will need a firm focus and understanding of programmable logic controllers. This person must be creative in their solutions without being unclear in their documentation.
• Analyzing Conditions and Providing Solutions - Identifying and examining production equipment failures to understand root cause analysis, with the help of interpreting schematics and drawings. Investigating and repairing electrical & mechanical systems such as: pneumatics, drives and hydraulics, and conveyors.
• Prioritizing Innovation and Communication - Actively seeking ways to improve plant efficiency and cost savings and maintaining an open dialogue with lead and supervisor regarding day-to-day activities.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• High School diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Previous electrician experience working in an industrial environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based safety systems
• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting and / or repetitive tasks throughout the day. Employee will be required to occasionally lift to 50lbs.

WHAT’S NEXT

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter – not a bot. This means it could take us a little while to get back with you so watch your inbox for updates. In the meantime, visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and how to best prepare for a Kellogg interview.

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail].

ABOUT KELLOGG COMPANY

Kellogg Company is a multibillion-dollar company with over 30 thousand employees all over the globe. We are proud to make delicious foods that people love – foods that you grew up with like Frosted Flakes, Cheez It, Eggo, Pop-Tarts, Crunchy Nut, Pringles, as well as innovative foods such as MorningStar Farms, RX bar, and Noodles. Our KValues and BetterDays commitments are at the core of who we are, what we believe and what brings us together. We’re proud to say we’ve been awarded with Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies”, DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity”, Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces”, and many more awards that you can check out here.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion has been part of our DNA since the beginning. Clearly stated in our Code of Ethics, “we have respect for individuals of all backgrounds, capability and opinions.” We believe that equity is more than leveling the playing field. It is making sure barriers, both tangible and intangible, are removed.

Interested in the numbers? We hold ourselves accountable with our yearly Features report. Kellogg is proud to offer industry competitive Total Health benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Let’s create the future of food,

Kellogg Recruitment

About the company

The Kellogg Company, doing business as Kellogg's, is an American multinational food manufacturing company headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, United States.