Master Electrician

Freshpack; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-provided life insurance

401(k) program

Referral program

Pay for Performance program

Get paid every Friday

Job summary

Freshpack seeks a Master Electrician to join our fast-paced cheese packaging operation in Wisconsin. You will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems in a food-safe environment, leading capital projects and coordinating with production teams.

You will work on 3-phase power, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels, ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and hygienic standards. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Master Electrician License is required.
• 7+ years of industrial electrical experience, with 3+ years in food manufacturing or sanitary production.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA and food safety standards.
• Experience with 480V 3-phase systems, MCCs, control panels, and motor circuits.
• Reading and updating electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and one-lines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, and maintain 3-phase power distribution and plant-wide electrical systems.
• Lead electrical troubleshooting, upgrades and installations on high-speed production equipment.
• Ensure compliance with NED, NFPA 70E, OSHA and food plant sanitary requirements.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and proper circuit protection.
• Specify, program and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs and automation components.
• Provide technical leadership on capital projects and plant expansions.
• Coordinate with QC, Sanitation and Production to minimize impact on food safety.
• Conduct RCA for electrical failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage electrical drawings, schematics, PM records and panel schedules.
• Maintain plant electrical infrastructure including generators and UPS systems.
• Drive compliance with food industry electrical standards and LOTO.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

Master Electrician License

Tools

Electrical schematics

Ladder diagrams

One-lines

PLC programming

VFD tuning

Job description

Description

Freshpack is seeking a Master Electrician to join our team in a high-paced food manufacturing environment. The Master Electrician will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment in compliance with electrical codes and food safety regulations.

About Freshpack: Freshpack is an industry leader in custom cheese packaging, with products available nationwide in major retailers. Over the past 25 years, our team has expanded from 15 to 270+ employees, and we're positioned for substantial growth in the next 3-5 years. Join us to help transform project management in our organization as we continue to grow.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plan, install, and maintain 3-phase power distribution, motor control centers, and plant-wide electrical systems
• Lead electrical troubleshooting, upgrades, and installations on high-speed production and packaging equipment
• Ensure all work complies with NED, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and local codes, including food pant-specific sanitary requirements
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and ensure proper circuit protection across plant systems
• Specify, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and automation components in collaboration with controls/automation teams
• Provide technical leadership on capital projects, equipment installations, and plant expansions
• Coordinate with QC, Sanitation, and Production to minimize impact on food safety and production schedules
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures and implement long-term corrective actions
• Manage documentation including electrical drawings, schematics, PM records, and panel schedules
• Assist in maintaining the plant's electrical infrastructure including generators, UPS systems, and lighting
• Drive compliance with food industry electrical standards (e.g., stainless enclosures, sealed conduit, hygienic practices)
• Ensure Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash labeling, and electrical safe work practices are followed

Shift

• 1st shift - 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday, some Saturdays as needed

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Valid Master Electrician License
• 7+ years of industrial electrical experience, with at least 3 years in a food manufacturing or sanitary production environment
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industrial food safety standards
• Proven experience with 480V 3-phase systems, MCCs, control panels, and motor circuits
• Proficiency in reading and updating electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and one-lines
• Working knowledge of PLC programming, VFD tuning, and industrial networking is a plus
• Capable of performing electrical calculations and specifying proper electrical equipment for food-grade environments
• Familiar with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety protocols affecting electrical work
• Experience with sanitary/hygienic conduit installations (sealed fittings, stainless enclosures) preferred
• Familiarity with food-grade automation (weighers, fillers, conveyors, CIP systems) preferred
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced food manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature variations, moisture, noise, and industrial equipment.
• PPE required including arc flash protective gear
• On-call availability in case of after hours emergencies

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance & more!
• Referral program
• 401(k) program
• Pay for Performance program
• Get paid every Friday!