SCALE TECHNICIAN 2ND SHIFT

Pilgrim; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a maintenance/ electronics technician to upkeep scales and related equipment across the plant. You will learn and apply state and federal scale codes while providing creative solutions to boost production and cut costs.

The role requires diagnosing printers, labelers, scales, and drive systems, with emphasis on electrical knowledge and barcoding methods. A self-starter attitude and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must diagnose and repair printers, labelers, and scales as directed.
• Must learn and apply state and federal codes for scales.
• Self-starter capable of managing projects and improving production.
• Strong verbal and written English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Upkeep and repair of scales and other electronic equipment plant wide.
• Diagnose and repair printers and labelers (direct and thermal transfer).
• Install and diagnose variable frequency and servo drives.
• Apply knowledge of metal detection systems and installation.
• Support production needs and drive cost-reducing improvements.
• Understand barcodes and printing/scanning methods.

Skills

Printer/labeler repair

Scale repair

Code compliance learning

Self-motivation & project delivery

English communication

Tools

Wonderware

RSView

Variable frequency drives

Barcoding systems

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Primary responsibility will be the upkeep and repair of scales and other electronic equipment plant wide. Will need to quickly learn state and federal codes related to scales. Creative solutions and engineering welcome in areas that will increase production and reduce cost. This individual needs to be a motivated self-starter with the ability to take on and complete projects and support production needs.

• Ability to diagnose and repair printers and labelers both direct and thermal transfer
• Ability to diagnose and repair scales according to state and federal codes
• Knowledge of metal detection systems and methods of installation
• Knowledge of and programming of HMI software (Wonderware,RSView)
• Installation and diagnosis of variable frequency and servo drives.
• Strong working knowledge of both A/C and D/C electricity
• Component level electronics knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of barcodes and methods of printing and scanning
• All other duties as assigned

Required skills:

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English language.