Electromechanical Technician, 1st Shift - Thurs thru Mon (Weekend Hours)

Location: This opportunity will be based in our Production Facility, in Norwood MA Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday - 6:00am to 2:30pm Pay Range: $34-38/hr, depending on overall skills and experience

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

The Electromechanical Technician will be responsible for carrying out assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of control systems infrastructure and equipment. They will be responsible for both low-voltage control wiring and higher-voltage power wiring and will work on a variety of internally developed and third-party systems and machines. They will work closely with Controls Engineers and Maintenance Mechanics on the Manufacturing team, as well as both technicians and engineers from a variety of adjacent working groups. for all in-plant automation devices such as Allen Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s and VFD’s.. The Electromechanical Technician will assist in accurate data collection for MES, Kepware and SCADA systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform maintenance (corrective, preventive, predictive, routine, and troubleshooting) on instrumentation systems and components in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner. Wire, test, and troubleshoot control panels and individual electrical subcomponents. Assemble control systems infrastructure and install third-party equipment such as power meters, pumps, pressure sensors and the like. Read and mark-up electrical schematics. Assist with maintaining all equipment programs database. Follow company and industry workmanship standards for assembly and electrical work. Follow Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures as-needed. Set up and troubleshoot simple ethernet communications networks. performing routine and emergency maintenance of the facility's industrial electrical and control systems and equipment. Recommend component replacement or upgrades when items become obsolete or are at end of life. Assist in maintaining building SCADA systems to ensure all are functioning as designed. Continuously improve the reliability of current systems Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and take direction from others. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple and changing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Other job duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

2 - 4 years of relevant experience Familiarity with the basic concepts of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and networking Familiarity with cGMP/GMP. Strong understanding of automated manufacturing equipment and programming required. Knowledge of proper wiring and cabling standards and techniques (Clean termination, ferruling, grounding & bonding, strain relief, etc.) Proven experience with troubleshooting equipment problems and performing complex system tests required. Rockwell certification preferred. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint required. Experience with databases, process monitoring systems and MES (manufacturing execution system) / information systems. Valid Massachusetts Driver's License required. Know the proper use of hand and power tools. Experience in a food processing & manufacturing environment is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:

Must have good vision and manual dexterity. Able to sit / stand for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to work in a cold environment and in tight areas. Able to bend, push, carry, twist, and lift up to 50lbs without difficulty on a continuous basis. This position requires participation in our mandatory respiratory protection program with respect to some essential tasks. Performance of confined space entry is also required with respect to some tasks which are essential to this job. Loud Noise Perform tasks in both cold and hot work environments. Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor Exciting Benefits Await You! Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More! Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN