Maintenance Technician

Wisoman Foods; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid Holidays

PTO (Vacation and Sick)

Job summary

Wisoman Foods Inc. in Hayward, CA is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical, PLC and computer functions on industrial equipment in a food manufacturing plant.

Applies knowledge of electrical/electronics and mechanical principles to diagnose malfunctions and restore operation. Essential duties include PVC maintenance, NEC/CBC compliance, safety training, and documenting work.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or technical degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology or equivalent combo of education and experience.
• 2-5 years of proven experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields.
• Knowledge of NEC and CBC 2010 and safety practices; ability to read electrical prints and PLC ladder logic.
• Proficient use of meters, testing devices, and diagnostic instruments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair production equipment and facility electrical systems; perform preventive maintenance.
• Plan and repair complex electrical equipment including automatic controls and PLCs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment to restore operation.
• Adhere to NEC, CBC 2010, OSHA standards and safety procedures; educate operators on safe procedures.
• Maintain maintenance records and report project status to supervisor; work with team to resolve issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC ladder logic

Reading electrical prints

Meters & testing devices

Team communication

Safety procedures

Education

Associates Degree or technical degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology

Tools

Multi-meters

Strip chart recorders

Laptop/PC programs

Job description

Who We Are

Wisoman Foods Inc., located in Hayward, CA, is a Woman-Owned Certified business specializing in high-quality tortillas and ethnic Indian flatbreads. Our state-of-the-art, fully automated manufacturing facility ensures exceptional food safety, consistency, and quality across our production lines. We proudly hold SQF Level 2, Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and OU Kosher certifications.

At Wisoman Foods, we know that food safety starts with cleanliness, and our Sanitation team is at the core of ensuring that our products meet the highest standards every day.

About the Position

You would be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting the electrical, PLC and computer functions on industrial equipment in a food manufacturing plant. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronics and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production equipment and plant facility’s electrical equipment; including regular preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Plan, layout, install and repair a wide variety of complex electrical equipment including automatic machine and process controls and electronic controls.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic
  an electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls and power supplies.
• Perform work to National Electric Code (NEC) and California Building Code 2010 (CBC 2010)
• Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components and assist other maintenance staff with technical troubleshooting.
• Maintain company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Keep immediate supervisor up to date on all on-going projects, with regards to project status, completion time projections, and any problems that may have arisen during the course of the project.
• Comply with all organization policies including, but not limited to, safety, good manufacturing practices, and employment policies.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area, follows established tool and instrument control procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Associates Degree or other technical degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• Functional knowledge of standard manufacturing practices including, but not limited to: general safety, lock-out tag-out, HAZMAT, forklift safety, and electrostatic discharge awareness,
• Ability to read, follow and revise electrical prints and PLC ladder logic.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical / electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Proficient use of various meters, testing devices and testing programs, including but not limited to multi-meters, strip chart recorders, and laptop/PC programs.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshoot, continuing.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to move objects up to 100 lbs.

Why Join Our Team:

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing, mission-driven food company.
• Work closely with a collaborative, passionate team.
• Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of procurement and sourcing in the specialty food sector.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision
• Paid Holidays
• PTO (Vacation and Sick)

Wisoman Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to join our team.