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Plant Electrician

Job Details

Experienced
Performance Pet Products - Mitchell, SD
Full Time
Certificate
None
1st (Day Shift)
Maintenance

Description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm (additional night or weekend hours may be required due to breakdown and/or project needs)

 

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN.  Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

 

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we're the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at performancepet.net/.

 

We are currently seeking an Electrician in Mitchell, SD. We offer a competitive salary, and a complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

 

Areas of Accountability

 

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

 

Install, inspect, repair, and replace electrical equipment and components

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives

 

Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements regarding environmental, and food/feed safety

 

Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, writing, low/hire voltage, and lighting systems

 

Read and understand technical diagrams and blue prints

 

Perform general and preventative electrical maintenance

 

Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components

 

Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices

 

Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures

 

Follow National Electrical Code state and local building regulations

 

Perform corrective maintenance on circuit breakers

 

Understand basic HVAC systems and well as various testing equipment

 

Communicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Complex Manager

 

Assist other maintenance or production personnel as needed or requested

 

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal work load.

Qualifications

Qualifications

 

High school diploma or equivalent

 

Electrician degree or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program

 

5 years’ experience working as an electrician or technician; manufacturing experience, a plus

 

Advanced understanding of electrical systems, control wiring, safety systems, blueprints, and maintenance and repairs

 

Experience with SCADA or PLC Programming, a plus

 

Ability to problem solve independently or use various resources as needed

 

Ability to lift and/or carry up to 60 pounds

 

Ability to stand and/or move on feet for up to 12 hours per day, longer if required due to projects or breakdowns

 

Constant bending, lift, turning and/or twisting

 

Ability to perform safety-sensitive position

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