Automation Technician - Food Manufacturing

The Richardson School

Base: $36.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to read wiring diagrams
2-year electrical technician degree or equivalent experience
The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and controls systems for extruders, dryers, and high-speed packaging equipment

Job Summary

  • The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and controls systems for extruders, dryers, and high-speed packaging equipment.
  • Candidates must possess strong electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to read wiring diagrams effectively.
  • The company offers an excellent compensation package including competitive pay, flexible benefits, medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Matching Summary

The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and controls systems for extruders, dryers, and high-speed packaging equipment.

Salary

Base: $36.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to read wiring diagrams
  • 2-year Electrical Technician degree or equivalent experience
  • Willingness to work weekends holidays and overtime
  • Experience with PLC backups and schematics

Nice-to-have

  • Food manufacturing electrical and controls experience
  • Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs HMIs and VFDs
  • OSHA 10 certification
  • Experience operating forklifts or lifts
  • Proven ability to modify electrical systems per NEC standards

Key Requirements

  • 2-year Electrical Technician degree or equivalent experience
  • English proficiency required for essential functions
  • Willingness to obtain CPR certification
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders
  • Availability for 2nd and 3rd shift work

Work Rights

Not specified

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