Maintenance Electrician

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, programs, and maintains PLC’s
• Inspects and tests electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools
• Replaces faulty switches, and other elements of electrical and mechanical systems
• Dismantles electrical machinery and replaces defective electrical or mechanical parts such as gears, brushes, and armatures
• Installs, repairs, overhauls, modifies and maintains electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electrical, electronic, and mechanical components throughout the Plant
• Maintains Plant power distribution systems, including performing preventive maintenance, and installing wiring, conduit and apparatus

Education and Experience

• Journeyman Electrician or hold an electrical license
• At least 5 years industrial experience preferable in food plant or with high-speed packaging equipment

Knowledge and Skills

• Diagnose electrical and controls problems and make the proper repairs
• Read and communicate in the "English Language" in order to read and understand electrical prints
• Wire high and low voltage including control power
• Lay out a wiring project from transformer to equipment
• Be proficient with PC and PLC controls and logic. Working knowledge and experience with Ladder Logic
• Use electronic and electrical test equipment including digital and analog volt and ohm-meters, oscilloscopes, data analyzers and circuit testers
• Understand and demonstrate ability to use electronic and electrical concepts and operating safety

Why Join Us

Join Ventura Foods, an innovative and manufacturing company that provides food solutions for various businesses. The company offers career growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401(k) matching, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, employee appreciation events, and employee assistance programs.

Physical Demands

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required tasks. Typically, they involve intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please refer to the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. Certain jobs may require exposure to outside and/or adverse temperatures, exposure to chemicals, fumes, and food allergens, and working in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment is evident in our company culture and values. We believe fostering an environment of inclusion and focusing on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.