Electrician

Overview Blommer Chocolate Company is a family‑owned business that has been providing high‑quality chocolate and cocoa products since 1939. We are looking for an Electrician to install, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain electrical and electronic components on various production machinery and equipment as well as electrical infrastructure. Work Schedule 12‑hour shift: 6:00 am–6:00 pm (every other Wednesday, and every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) 12‑hour shift: 6:00 pm–6:00 am (every other Wednesday, and every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) Responsibilities Correctly complete any required reports or paperwork such as production data sheets and order documentation. Run new wire, bend conduit, install switches and other components, run electronic tests, clean contacts or circuit boards, replace worn components, oil motors. Assemble, install, inspect, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring and equipment; ensure compliance with applicable codes; inspect and test electrical systems to identify hazards using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes. Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production; diagnose malfunctioning systems, locate the cause of the breakdown, and repair; respond timely to any electrical breakdown; remove defective parts using power tools and other equipment; repair to prevent reoccurrence. Perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service. Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines. Work on systems with sensors and limit switches, motor controls, overload relays, PLCs, VFDs, solid‑state devices and monitors/displays. Report equipment parts usage from stock to ensure accurate inventory; notify department supervisor of any parts and supplies needing to be ordered. Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish the job. Document all work to ensure accurate maintenance records; improve overall communication between shifts. Qualifications High school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in production machine repair. Ability to read and write English and interpret equipment manuals and work orders. Strong experience with PLC troubleshooting, installation and repair of AC/DC motors, and working with up to 600 volts. Basic use of computer, tablet, scanner and iPad for recording information. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications. Working knowledge of the national electrical codes applied in the industrial arena. Physical Requirements Must stand, walk for prolonged periods; climb stairs. Regularly required to bend, stoop, and reach. Occasionally lift in excess of 75 lbs. Exposed to varying temperatures, hot and cold. Benefits Health and dental benefits effective day 1 of hire; tuition reimbursement; 10 pounds of free chocolate on your birthday. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement Blommer Chocolate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr