Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Position Overview

We are looking for an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join our Maintenance department at our Welch's Lawton, MI Plant. The Maintenance Electrician will perform electrical maintenance for all automation/controls, plant production, and processing equipment. You will contribute to and impact the total efficiency and productivity of our facility.

Where You'll Work

This role will be based out of our 24/7 manufacturing facility in Lawton, MI.

What You'll Do

• Install, test, repair, and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment in a food processing plant
• Perform PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Perform preventative maintenance and support plant projects
• Electrical: Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams (both construction and schematic); install conduit, wiring, control panels, control wiring and control centers; install, repair, and service automatic control devices such as sensors, photo-electric equipment, proximity switches, etc.; effectively troubleshoot and repair complex circuitry; perform all phases of preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and controls
• Electronic: Read and interpret electronic schematics; troubleshoot and repair electronic circuitry; install, troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment such as ground fault systems and recorders/controllers; program, troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers; understand PLC ladder logic

Who You Are

• Safety focused with a proven ability to safely work on and around complex, highly automated machinery
• A collaborative team player with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in troubleshooting Electrical, PLC, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Motors, Motion Control, and mechanical systems
• Experience in food manufacturing desired
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Able to work all shifts in a 24x 7 operation

What You'll Need

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing (food manufacturing preferred)
• High school diploma or GED required; trade school can substitute for work experience
• Experience with electrical, PLC, and electronic systems; troubleshooting and repair skills required
• Ability to work safely and independently in a 24/7 operation
• Formal training in electrical, instrumentation, or process control is required
• Applicant must pass our standard testing in maintenance and electrical

What You'll Enjoy

• Premium pay for off shifts (2nd, 3rd)
• Affordable and competitive Healthcare including; Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Health & Wellness Incentives
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• 401K automatic contribution and match
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; trade school can substitute for work experience

Benefits

Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.