Electrical Technician - Decatur, IL

Electrical Technician - Decatur, IL

Electrical Technician - Decatur, IL

Decatur Corn Plant

This is a full-time, hourly position.

Pay Range: $28.43 - $36.50/hour based on experience

Shift(s) Available: Train on 1st 7:30-3:30 for ~60 days up to a year then will transfer to a backshift where needed (2nd, 3rd, or swing) with 7-day rotation. 7 on, 2 off, 7 on, 3 off, repeat.

Must have ability to work any shift, overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed.

Weekly Pay

Benefits Start First Day

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Health and Wellness Incentives

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short & Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,' Spouse and Children

Parental leave (paternity/maternity)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance

Advancement Opportunities

Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Job Summary:

This position will utilize developed skills to implement the assigned activities of the predictive, preventive, or planned maintenance programs designed to support the power, motor control, process control systems of the plant. The Electrical technician is expected to troubleshoot, diagnose, propose, and implement equipment repair activities that may or not be included in the planned work. Technician will communicate job status using a maintenance management software system, through verbal communications, or through other written communications. The Electrical tech will follow all plant safety and operating guidelines as well as all standards of electrical safety and maintenance practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform as a team member, or independently, to troubleshoot, diagnose, propose and implement repair solutions for electrical power and control equipment, as well as process control components
• Comprehend and implement standard electrical work practices and guidelines including those outlined by organizations such as the National Fire Protection Agency (NEC) and the IEEE to ensure a quality, as well as compliant, product
• Utilize the functions of the maintenance management system to facilitate job plans and record maintenance activities on plant assets
• Understands their role in food safety and quality systems, actively participates in food safety efforts and ensures all activities conform to good manufacturing practices.
• Responsible for utilizing the Performance Excellence process.

Job Qualifications:

• Committed to ADM's goal of achieving a zero-injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures
• Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuit theory
• Basic knowledge of Electrical instruments, Current transmitters, VFD's, Power meters.
• Basic knowledge of electrical safety devices (breakers, fuses, etc.)
• Demonstrated safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures
• 2-4 years Electrical experience and/or equivalent degree or schooling (industrial or commercial setting); able to run conduit, troubleshoot, read blueprints, PLC knowledge a plus.
• Excellent communication & organizational skills; able to collaborate with colleagues and management teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Willing to improve technical skills through on-the-job and/or outside training
• Willing to work shift and weekends as needed
• Extensive knowledge and experience with our CMMS (Maximo)
• Detailed understanding of Food Manufacturing Plant Operation and Maintenance.

On-The-Job Training Requirements:

• New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards
• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
• Participate in company planner operations training
• Equipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc.

Working Conditions:

• Dust
• Chemicals / Irritants
• The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners common to mechanical work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed
• Inside areas:
• Spring / Summer: Temperatures in some areas of the facility will be up to or exceed 100 degrees
• Fall / Winter: Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing
• Outside areas:
• Spring / Summer: Outside temperature may be up to or exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity; may be exposed to inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to, rain and wind
• Fall / Winter: Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below; may be exposed to inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow, and wind
• Some manufacturing processes within the facility are highly reliant on machinery and other processing equipment and, as a result, noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to thirty (30) pounds on a frequent basis, up to fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis
• Lifting or carrying of weights over fifty (50) pounds is rare; employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a work day
• Ability to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently during the course of a work day; may require periods of prolonged sitting or standing
• Ability to operate equipment or diagnose/detect issues of machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding, or other work at heights
• Full range of physical motion is required in order to operate manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs in all buildings, and to work at heights

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

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