Plant Electrician

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Northern Gold Foods (USA) is actively recruiting a licensed Electrician to join our team here at our Junction City, Oregon location.

Great products begin with great people, and we're always looking for the best.

We produce a variety of breakfast and granola products for some the world's most iconic brands and retailers. With state-of-the-art facilities, and unmatched experience, we solve challenges others can't. That's why many consider us to be the best in the world at what we do.

As a Plant Electrician, you play a vital role. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. We offer a competitive wage and excellent benefits.

SUMMARY:

Our Plant Electrician role is responsible for the installation, diagnosis and repair of plant equipment and electrical systems including predictive and scheduled preventative maintenance. Qualified candidates must possess a valid electrical license issued from the State of Oregon or the ability to obtain a license within 60 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform root-cause analysis and troubleshoot various electrical systems and components, including 600V and 480V 3-phase systems, VFDs and servo drives, safety relays, PLCs/HMIs, controls and instrumentation devices.
• Assist in electrical and automation improvement efforts throughout the plant, including check-out, start up and commissioning support of new equipment.
• Aid in predictive and preventative maintenance, calibration and adjustments of controls and electrical systems.
• Partner with production, engineering and automation to detect deficiencies in operation and aid in corrective action for improved machine performance and safety or personnel and equipment.
• Utilize computer software for parts management and inventory, work logs and maintenance agendas.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule when business conditions require maintenance support.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICIATIONS:

• Must possess Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license, Plant Journeyman (PJ), General Journeyman (J), or higher.
• Knowledge of electrical installation and safety standards in adherence with NFPA 70 and 70E.
• The ability to utilize an interpret blueprints, schematics, ladder diagrams and engineering specifications to determine work and troubleshooting procedures.
• A team-oriented mindset; willingness and ability to take on other functional roles in the facility as needed.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of VFDs, PLCs, and manipulating parameters and machine functions via HMIs.
• Experience with high-speed packaging machinery, robotic cells and servo drives.
• Basic knowledge of and troubleshooting common industrial communication networks and protocols.
• Process instrumentation and sensor testing, calibration and troubleshooting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing walking for up to 8 hours.
• The ability to lift and carry 25 - 50lbs.
• Able to continually bend, stoop, twist, and the use of arms, wrists, and hands (including grasping and squeezing) throughout shift.
• Able to occasionally kneel, reach above the shoulder and work at heights.

BENEFITS:

• A la carte health, dental, and vision plans
• 401k
• 8 Paid holidays
• AD&D & Life insurance
• Retention bonus program
• Merit raises
• Competitive PTO policy
• Employee referral program
• And more

Northern Gold Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.