TANNERY ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Description

Position at JBS USA

POSITION: Tannery Electrical Technician

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in the electrical or industrial maintenance field, demonstrating progressively responsible roles.
• Relevant electrical certifications (e.g., Journeyman License, NCCER Electrical, OSHA Electrical Safety, etc.) in lieu of a formal degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong practical background in electrical systems, including troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechatronics and mechanical systems, including:
  • Steam generation and air compressor technology
  • Chain drives and various conveying systems
  • Variable frequency motor controls
  • Maintenance of sanitary conditions in industrial environments
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, efficiency, and continuous learning in a technical environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply electrical engineering principles to maintain and improve the efficiency and reliability of the process equipment.
• Design, justify, plan, coordinate, and execute plant improvements/upgrades as directed.
• Design, develop, and test electrical distribution systems and load centers.
• Identify, analyze, and offer solutions to address electrical system needs of the plant.
• Prepare electrical drawings and specifications, and ensure that they are completed according to the company’s drawing standards and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company safety requirements and standards procedures.
• Identify production problems, recommend modifications, and implement solutions to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits.
• Independently research new technologies and recommend electrical technical innovations in machine/system architecture, control methodologies, and industrial/lab/field automation.
• Provide expertise for design of electrical power and automated controls in the company manufacturing operations.
• Provide expertise for designing, installing, and integrating electrical power and automated controls for facility renovations and expansions.
• Monitor and implement improvements that conform to the company’s electrical standards.
• Must understand the process flow of electrical/electronic functions.
• This includes but is not limited to the equipment on the Tannery Plant.
• Understands the workings of diagnostic equipment (oscilloscope, megger, volt meter and Amp probes).
• Must have the ability to apply emphasis to major functions of equipment in area of responsibility this includes but is not limited to:
• All functions of primary and secondary product scales

• Fleshers, Splitters, Wringer, Press, Drums, and/or Conveyor Belts,
• Product testing equipment
• All plant Program Logic Controllers
• All primary and Secondary functions of the electrical power in facility
• All equipment associated to electrical/electronic area that are assigned by peers
• Must be able to understand and draw electrical/electronic schematics and use these schematics and plant schematics as troubleshooting guides.
• Actively involve maintenance personnel in HAACP reviews and insure their expertise is used to improve food safety wherever applicable.
• Assist the Plant Engineer in assuring continuous plant improvement
• Insure reliable and cost effective operation of systems that are often on line continuously.

  The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

  · Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;

  · Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;

  · 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;

  · Base salary $33.15 per hour on a bi-weekly pay period.

EOE/Vet/Disabled