Maintenance Electrician - Licensed

Overview

Soules Foods is a thriving family-owned food company based in Tyler, Texas, that has been making a positive impact since 1975. The company produces ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. It serves a broad portfolio of great-tasting, high-quality products sold through various channels including retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. The company has grown significantly over the past decade, expanding to three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas. With annual sales of approximately $1 billion, Soules Foods employs over 2,000 individuals.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Plant Electrician will oversee the installation and repair of all electrical equipment in the plant. They must have advanced knowledge in electrical, robotics, automation, and maintenance systems. The role involves managing assigned equipment, documenting complex projects, and training other maintenance technicians.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required.

• 3 - 5 years of experience in Electrical, Robotics, Automation.

• PM system and parts tracking (Preferred)

• Maintenance in manufacturing facility: 5 years (Preferred)

• Food Manufacturing facility experience: 3 years (Preferred / not required)

• Technical skills in mechanical and electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, NFPA 70E, etc.)

• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance in assigned area of operation.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

• Promotes safety, productivity, quality, and efficiency.

• Complete all evaluations, and training set by Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform predictive & preventative maintenance on Plant Electrical services.

• Manage day-to-day maintenance of assigned equipment and associated documentation.

• Ensure maintenance is performed in a timely manner and coordinate with Production for equipment and facility repairs.

• Examine and test devices in operation for trouble allocation.

• Complete all assigned yearly Training (Safety, Food Safety, Personnel).

• General knowledge of all regulatory policies.

Work Environment

This position requires working on the production floor in a cold environment with an average temperature of 40°F. The employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, fast-paced operations, moving machinery, wet and dry areas, and must always wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for extended periods, often over eight hours per shift.

• Using hands, fingers, arms, and reaching as part of daily tasks.

• Lifting and moving up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Visual requirements include the ability to see up close, at a distance, and to adjust focus.

• Repetitive movement, bending, twisting, and climbing may be required.

Benefits

• Vacation / Sick days

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

• Telemedicine Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley

• Free annual health screening

• 401(k) with company match

• STD and LTD Life insurance & other voluntary benefits

• Career Development: Continuous learning and development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.