Food Plant Electricians and Electromechanical Technicians
Full-TimeDeadline 9/25/27
$26 - $31/hr
Senior
Associate's
Flemington, NJ, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
Preferred: Associate’s degree in an electrical and/or mechanical field, or equivalent trade knowledge in a formal registered training program; knowledge and experience may substitute for the degree.
At least 4 years of maintenance experience in a similar environment.
Must pass the Ramsey Programmable Logic Controller Basics Test.
Demonstrated ability to use a computer workstation to program and debug process control systems.
Proficiency with basic tool room equipment, hydraulic systems, programmable logic controllers, and ladder logic.
Experience with electrical and controls circuits and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maintenance manuals, and sketches; perform basic math and handbook formulas; and use measuring instruments.
Ability to work independently, receiving no instruction on routine work and general instruction on new assignments.
Advanced electrical, mechanical, and welding skills.
Ability to handle complex maintenance and repair assignments requiring judgment.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot electrical controls, power components, and circuits wired in automated equipment within the food manufacturing plant.
Operate, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and install programmable logic controllers and associated networks.
Perform complex diagnostic testing on all equipment within the food manufacturing plant.
Dismantle, adjust, repair, and assemble equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches, or drawings.
Fabricate parts and weld as required.
Interface with production supervisors and workers to gather information about problems and performance issues.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit’s food safety and security programs in support of essential manufacturing strategies and practices.
Serve as an alternate to Maintenance Mechanics to ensure effective coverage of the Safe Quality Food responsibilities pertaining to that position.
Desired Qualifications
Associate’s degree in an electrical and/or mechanical field, or equivalent trade knowledge in a formal registered training program. Knowledge and experience may be substituted for the degree.
Overview
Johanna Foods is a state-of-the-art food manufacturer located in Flemington, New Jersey. Privately operated since 1995, Johanna Foods is now one of the country's largest producers and distributors of fruit juices, drinks and yogurt. Our products include the popular La Yogurt and Sabor Latino yogurt, Tree Ripe juices, Earth Wise juice beverages, Ssips and Sabor Latino drinks and nectars, and Ssips aseptic drink boxes, all using cutting-edge technologies and only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. Johanna Foods is also a leading private label and co-pack juice and yogurt producer, manufacturing products for numerous leading retailers and brands.
Job Summary:
Responsible for performing complex maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment in a food manufacturing plant.
Johanna Foods Compensation:
Compensation $26.00- $31.00/hour, based on skills, experience, qualifications and testing
Premium healthcare benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement savings account
Company paid life insurance, vacation, holidays and sick days
Full-time, 40-hour work week plus overtime opportunities
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots electrical controls and power components and circuits wired in automated equipment within the food manufacturing plant.
Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and installs programmable logic controllers and associated networks.
Performs complex diagnostic testing on all equipment within the food manufacturing plant.
Dismantles, adjusts, repairs and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches or drawings.
Fabricates parts and welds as required.
Interfaces with production supervisors and workers to solicit information about problems, and performance issues.
Maintains a clean and well organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
Ensures compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit’s food safety and security programs in support of essential manufacturing strategies and practices.
Serves as alternate to Maintenance Mechanics to ensure effective coverage of the Safe Quality Food responsibilities pertaining to that position.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in electrical and/or mechanical field or equivalent trade knowledge in a formal registered training program preferred and 4+ years maintenance experience in similar environment. Knowledge and experience may be substituted for degree.
Must pass Ramsey PLC Basics Test.
Demonstrated ability to work with computer work station used to program and debug process control systems.
Proven proficiency working with basic tool room equipment, hydraulic systems, programmable logic controllers and ladder logic.
Experience with electrical/controls circuits and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maintenance manuals and sketches, perform basic math and handbook formulas, and use a variety of measuring instruments.
Ability to work independently; normally receives no instruction on routine work, general instruction on new assignments.
Advanced electrical, mechanical and welding skills a must.
Works on assignments that are complex in nature where judgment is required in performing maintenance and repair.
Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends.