Protein Maintenance Electrician -RE

Pilgrim's; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, Dental coverage after

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company seeking a skilled maintenance electrician to support our processing facilities. The role involves installing, calibrating, and repairing critical electrical equipment and reading schematics to ensure continuous production.

We require strong multitasking, attention to detail, and teamwork. The position includes a base hourly salary with a shift differential for the 3rd shift and comprehensive benefits after initial employment period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Poultry or food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment; good communication; detail-oriented; team player.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, set, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment (metal detectors, scales, PID controllers, VFD, PLC, circuit boards, fuses, relays, motors, electro-pneumatic valves).
• Read and interpret electromechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints; knowledge of using multimeter, megohmmeter, signal generator and computers.
• Perform timely repair and routine maintenance; preventive maintenance on equipment; handle emergencies and unplanned repairs.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical equipment maintenance

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• Experience: Poultry or food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment, have good communication skills, ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense, have strong attention to detail, and must be a team player.
• Physical requirements: Ability to work in warm temperatures and lift 50 bs or more.
• - Install, program, set, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment (metal detectors, scales, PID controllers, VFD, PLC, circuit boards, fuses, relays, motors, electro-pneumatic valves, etc.)
  - Read and interpret electromechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints, etc.
  - Knowledge using multimeter, megohmmeter, signal generator and computers.
  - Perform timely repair and routine maintenance.
  - Preventive maintenance on equipment.
  - Deal with emergency and unplanned problems and repairs.
  - Experience using power tools, saws, drills, impacts, grinder, etc.
  - Should be able to work on high heat and cold environments, heights, confined spaces.
  - Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods of time.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base hourly salary rate of $27.60 with a $1.00 shift differential for 3 rd shift
• List all employment for the past five (5) years , including Full-time, part-time, temporary, contract, and seasonal roles, even if included on your resume. Completed start and end dates (month/day/year) are require . Applications with incomplete, missing, or inaccurate work history will not be considered .
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision:

Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are:

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

I include all work experience even if you are submitting a résumé (FT, PT, temp, etc.) for the past 5 years. Failure to complete this or entering 'N/A' will result in automatic disqualification.