Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor - Electrics, the Industrial Electrician is responsible for wiring, assembling, repairing, testing, and installing electrical components in their assigned area. This role must operate in a safe and efficient method to ensure minimal production downtime and maximum adherence to environmental and safety guidelines. This role involves the use of hand and power tools, blueprints, drawing and schematic reading, and knowledge of codes and regulations to perform assigned responsibilities. The Industrial Electrician will partner with support functions to identify and resolve unplanned inefficiencies, events, quality, safety, cost and other losses attributed to the area, using problem solving techniques and a continuous improvement mindset.

Requirements:

• Working with Operators, monitors manufacturing equipment for proper operation, making adjustments and repairs to optimize machine performance, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Develop and use procedures and work instructions which will include diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications which will be used for predicting, troubleshooting, preventing and repairing malfunctions.
• Work with and troubleshoot AB PLC processors and input/output modules.
• Diagnoses root cause of problems and/or failures and associated corrective actions required.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing safe and productive performance of equipment, both in manufacturing and facilities.
• Perform electrical work to industry code, including but not limited to: basic transformer and motor wiring, installing and/or mounting electrical components on equipment, applying AC and DC wiring, terminating cables, troubleshooting electrical circuits, layout panels, drilling and taping holes and routing cables back to junction boxes or panels, etc.
• Ability to handle stress and to interact with others so as to establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment and minimize personal conflicts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (HSED/GED).
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Must be flexible with off-shift work schedule and overtime/weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of AB PLC processors required (CompactLogix and ControlLogix preferred).
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, mechanical drawings and PLC troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of the packaging and/or processing equipment is necessary
• Requires strong mechanical aptitude.
• Requires the ability to work in confined spaces.
• Requires basic mathematical skills to be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide, work with percentages, and have basic knowledge of algebra as well as make fine adjustments in equipment settings.
• Requires teamwork ability; works well with others and communicates effectively with all associates.
• Requires the ability to train and coach others for success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An AAS degree in robotics, industrial maintenance or technology is a plus.
• Journeyman electrician certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Siemens S7 highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing/walking: Continuous (over 75%)
• Talking/hearing: Continuous (over 75%)
• Hand/finger dexterity: Frequent to continuous
• Climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching: Frequent
• Lifting/carrying tools, parts, and equipment 50 lbs: Frequent to continuous
• Ability to multitask and function in high-stress environments
• Work performed indoors with artificial lighting, mid-level noise, and proper ventilation

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email careers-us@Haribo.com.