Plant Electrician

About the role

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Responsibilities

• Oversee and repair electrical equipment & components
• Backup support for general maintenance duties
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, low/high voltage, and lighting systems
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance and inspections on electrical systems and/or production equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
• Promptly respond to emergency radio calls; work efficiently to repair machinery with minimal downtime
• Understand basic HVAC, Freon and CO2 systems and well as various testing equipment
• Accurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects
• Assist other maintenance or production personnel, when requested and/or time allows
• Assist with inventory control, as needed
• Safely operate skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, if needed
• Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives
• Follow National Electrical Code state and local building regulations; comply with all regulatory requirements for food safety

Qualifications

• Electrical degree or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program
• Experience working as an electrician or technician, preferred; manufacturing experience, a plus
• Advanced understanding of electrical codes and systems, control wiring, safety systems, blueprints, and maintenance & repairs
• Experience with Studio 5000, SCADA or PLC Programming, a plus
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, generators, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), preferred
• Ability to independently solve problems, use resources, and execute tasks
• Proficiency in using tools such as multimeters and meggers
• Awareness of the importance of food safety standards while performing equipment maintenance
• Experience with skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, preferred; pass in-house certifications upon hire
• Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage
• Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information
• Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend
• Ability to work in a facility that processes pigs
• Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

• Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects
• Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl
• Consistently climb stairs and/or ladders up to 10 feet or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 40 feet
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; rarely lift up to 75 pounds
• Stand up to 100% of the workday
• Consistently distinguish colors (ex: wire color codes)
• Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions