Hood

Produces fresh dairy products since 1846

Controls Mechanic - Nights, Hour Shifts

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBatavia, NY, USA$38.47 - $40.28In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Have a GED or high school diploma and at least three years of manufacturing experience.
Have prior experience in industrial controls and instrumentation.
Have intermediate computer skills, including Word and Excel.
Have strong troubleshooting knowledge and be capable of using electrical testing tools.
Have experience with programmable logic controllers, analog controls, sensors, and variable frequency drives.
Have experience working with outside vendors and contractors, and be able to handle frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Be able to multitask.
Have experience with electrical and electronic systems.
Have experience with electrical drive resets and replacements.
Have experience with motor wiring and testing.
Have experience replacing sensors and setting up parameters.
Understand programmable logic controllers and assist with system troubleshooting while HP Hood employees are logged into PLC programs via phone.
Hold an Arc Flash Training Certificate.
Be able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance, and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 50 pounds occasionally.
Be able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment installation; troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems; and upgrade existing controls and instrumentation systems.
Understand industrial three-phase motor control circuits.
Troubleshoot and correct issues using knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, mechanical maintenance, motors, control circuits, power supplies, AC and DC theory, and power distribution.
Read and understand electrical schematics and use electrical testing equipment to make timely repairs.
Perform necessary repairs or preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
Support production needs with an understanding of operational urgency.
Communicate to maintenance supervision or management any condition that prevents manufacturing products to established standards.
Ensure safe operational practices for oneself and other operators.
Follow plant Good Manufacturing Practices and sanitation policies.
Promote Safe Quality Food by maintaining food safety and quality, completing job tasks, and keeping the work area sanitary.
Learn Allen-Bradley Logix, FactoryTalk, and Metrics suites for troubleshooting.
Learn Siemens Series 7 language and software suites for troubleshooting.
Perform other duties as directed by supervision.

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair, installation of equipment, troubleshooting of electrical and electronics systems and upgrades to existing controls and instrumentation systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Understanding of industrial 3-phase motor control circuits
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and correct issues by utilizing knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, mechanical maintenance, motors, control circuits, power supplies, AC&DC theory, and power distribution.
Reads and understands electrical schematics and is able to use and understand electrical testing equipment to make timely repairs
Performs necessary repairs or preventative maintenance on all industrial equipment.
Understands operational urgency and supports production needs.
Communicates with Maintenance Supervision/Management any condition that prevents the manufacture of products to established standards.
Ensures safe operational practices for self and other operators.
Adheres to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
Promotes SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
Ability to learn Allen Bradley Logix, Factory Talk and Metrics suites for troubleshooting purposes.
Ability to learn Siemens Series 7 language and software suites troubleshooting purposes.
Performs any and all duties as directed by Supervision.

Education, Experience, Skills and Competencies:

GED or High School Diploma with at least 3+ years experience in manufacturing.
Prior experience in industrial controls and instrumentation.
Intermediate computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)
Excellent troubleshooting knowledge and fully capable of electrical testing tools.
Experience within PLC’s, analog controls, sensors and VFDs.
Experience working with outside vendors and contractors. Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
Ability to successfully multi - task
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Electrical and electronic experience
Electrical Drives – Resets and replacements
Motor Wiring and testing
Sensor replacement – setting up parameters
Understand of PLC’s – Assist with troubleshoot of system while HP Hood employee(s) logged into PLC programs via phone
Arch Flash Training Certificate

Physical Requirements:

Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is

$38.47—$40.28 USD

Ready to join us? Apply directly on our Company Careers Page

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

CCPA

For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

The pay range for this position is 38.47 - 40.28 USD

About the Company

Hood

Produces fresh dairy products since 1846

Hood makes dairy products such as milk, cream, butter, and other dairy goods. The products come from dairy farms and are processed through pasteurization to kill bacteria and homogenization to ensure a consistent fat distribution, then packaged for freshness and easy use. Hood differentiates itself through a long-standing history starting in 1846, a focus on high-quality dairy and consistent taste, and a simple promise of reliable, fresh dairy that families can trust. The company’s goal is to provide fresh, high-quality dairy that tastes great and meets everyday family needs.

Company size: 1-10
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Lynnfield, MA
Founded: 1846

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