Maintenance Electrician - ATFN (Food Manufacture)

Ajinomoto Foods; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Limited Maintenance Electrician Mechanic to join their expanding maintenance team in the Portland area. This role involves performing essential electric maintenance procedures on various plant equipment, ensuring that all machinery operates efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, be able to read blueprints, and possess a Limited Maintenance Electrician license. Join a dynamic team where your skills will contribute to maintaining high production standards and safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license or be a journeyman electrician.
• 6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electric maintenance procedures on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintain and repair automated equipment and refrigeration units.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Blueprint Reading

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Food Safety Concepts

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Test Meters

MP2 System Program

Packaging Machinery

Hydraulic Equipment

PLC

Job description

Position Summary

We are looking for a Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) Mechanic to join our rapidly expanding Maintenance team in the Portland area. The Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) Mechanic is responsible for performing electric maintenance procedures on plant equipment. This individual will have good working knowledge of operation and maintenance of shop equipment and will apply mechanical and electrical ability in all aspects of job while performing daily routine activities.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 4am - 12:30pm

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ability to read and update schematics/diagrams, as well as follow electrical preventative maintenance programs.
2. Maintain and repair automated equipment (packaging machinery), hydraulic equipment, compressor and refrigeration units, freezer doors, scale, electronic boards, AC/DC drives, PLC, electric hoists, pumps, microwave equipment, and all food processing equipment within our facility.
3. Ability to be assigned projects, scope the work, order the materials, complete the job on time and on budget, and pass electrical inspection.
4. Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical issues.
5. Maintain lighting inside and outside of plant.
6. Responsible for ensuring equipment is ready for production start-up.
7. Responsible for repairs on worn out or damaged equipment.
8. Perform needed equipment modification and fabrication.
9. Assist production, sanitation, and other support groups when needed.
10. Demonstrate good working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).
11. Follow all safety rules and practices.
12. Perform work techniques, speeds, and efficiencies at company standards.
13. Work with and understand the MP2 system program.
14. Develop and implement maintenance procedures for equipment.
15. Develop and implement innovations to improve efficiency, safety, up-time and reduce maintenance costs.
16. Lubricate equipment with thorough understanding of requirements for a variety of devices and applications.
17. Perform all other work as required.

Position Qualifications

Qualified applicants MUST have a Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license or be a journeyman electrician. Must be able to successfully pass exam if not currently licensed in Oregon. Must be able to pass within 90 days of date of hire.

1. High school diploma or GED required.
2. 6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required.
3. 1+ year of maintenance experience required.
4. Must be able to read and comprehend basic blueprints and mechanical drawings.
5. Must be able to read and understand test meters.
6. Must possess basic understanding of maintenance and installation of facility plumbing systems, boilers, air compressors, and hydraulic systems.
7. Basic knowledge of basic math skills is required.
8. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
9. Basic understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts.
10. Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to 100lbs.