Maintenance Electrician - ATFN (Food Manufacture)

Ajasianfoods; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Limited Maintenance Electrician to join their dynamic Maintenance team in Portland. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of plant equipment, requiring a blend of mechanical and electrical expertise. You will perform maintenance on various automated and hydraulic systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. If you are a licensed electrician with a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a rapidly expanding and innovative 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 on plant equipment and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain and repair automated, hydraulic, and refrigeration equipment.
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures for equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Good Sanitation Practices (GSP)

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MP2 system program

Test meters

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 passing 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. Works with and understands 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. Will 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.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required.
• 1+ year of maintenance experience required.
• Must be able to read and comprehend basic blue-prints and mechanical drawings.
• Must be able to read and understand test meters.
• Must possess basic understanding of maintenance and installation of facility plumbing system, boilers, air compressors and hydraulic system.
• Basic knowledge of basic math skills is required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Basic understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to 100lbs.