Industrial Electrician

Industrial ElectricianSomerset - Somerset, NJ 08873OverviewSalary Range $64,660.00 - $80,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Installation - Maint - RepairDescriptionDo you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you're looking for!At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch's® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.We are looking for a Industrial Electrician interested in a career with a top ranked and growing snack company, to join our Maintenance team at PIM's Somerset site in New Jersey.JOB OVERVIEWPrimary responsibility is to keep all facilities equipment, production equipment and the building in safe and working orderTo troubleshoot, maintain, repair and/or replace (whole or in part) all equipment, machinery, apparatus, electronic components and electrical systems so that the production of quality goods is uninterrupted or with minimal down timeInteracts with plant management, shift supervisors, production supervisors, sanitation and warehouse supervisorsDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTroubleshoot electrical problemsProvide preventive, predictive and repair maintenanceReport food safety and quality issues to Plant management and SQFPFollow PIM Brands GMP rulesMonitor fellow employees for adherence to GMPs.Plan and execute assignments within the guidelines of instruction provided by supervisory personnelInstall equipment as directedImmediately reports electrical or equipment problems to plant and/or mechanical supervisorsPerforms all functions in a safe and cautious mannerImmediately reports all safety concerns to plant manager and/or mechanical supervisorsEnsures that maintenance to all electrical equipment is completed and complies with customer specifications, and ensures that food safety and quality are not jeopardized by complying with all GMP and HAACP Guidelines as well as SOPsEnsures maintenance of electrical equipment complies with desired processing ratesAbility to work additional hours as neededPHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSWalking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, pushing and pulling. Must be able to closely examine equipment, machinery and parts. Must have dexterity necessary to work with tools and small parts. Able to lift at least 50lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be considered and evaluated that assist individuals perform the essential functions of the job. Physically capable to do heavy labor work.WORK ENVIRONMENTJob will generally be performed in the manufacturing plant. When on the plant floor it is representative of a large, busy manufacturing operation. Noisy, active, objects on the floor, constant movement and traffic flow of motorized equipment. Stationary and moving equipment is located throughout the plant. Work on machinery and equipment may present cramped or close quarters. Hair net, beard net, assigned work uniform, protective eye wear and gloves are among the GMP required apparel that must be worn, if indicated, on the plant floor.QualificationsHigh School education or equivalent is strongly preferredElectrical training is strongly preferred from a trade or vocational school.4 years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial complex is necessaryMust have prior experience maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipmentMust be familiar with troubleshooting and programming techniques for plc's, electromechanical sensors and controllersThorough knowledge of automated machinery operations, pump theory, pneumatic principles, hydraulic principles, applications and repair is requiredMust have experience with reading and interpreting electrical schematics and be able to work safely with low and high voltage circuitsBasic knowledge of typical facility and manufacturing support systems, including steam, hot water, compressed air and refrigeration systems is neededA solid electrical background is highly desiredMust provide your own tools and lockable toolbox that includes wrenches, screwdrivers, basic electrical testers (meter, voltage tester) hammer, flashlight, etc.Willing to be trained.Ability to read, speak, and write English is requiredAwards & Accolades:#10 Candy Company in North America#26 Global Candy CompanyPIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PIM Brands is an Everify Employer