Dairy Farmers of America

Electrical Technician

Dairy Farmers of America  •  Missouri (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

The Electrical Technician performs maintenance and repair services in multiple crafts. This position may operate utilities equipment which supplies electricity, steam, heat, refrigeration, air conditioning, compressed air or ventilation. The main purpose of this role to support the Operations to ensure the equipment is operating at desired capacity and producing quality product.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plant wide; safely troubleshoot complex equipment and building electrical problems accurately diagnosing and repairing failures.
  • Perform both unscheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency.
  • Continuously work with SAP system to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels.
  • Properly document all repair discrepancies, order replacement parts and complete outstanding work orders.
  • Correct GMP discrepancies.
  • Make recommendations that identify and eliminate problems within the work areas which help the company further the Continuous Improvement process.
  • Proficient in maintenance management systems- SAP.
  • Coordinate manpower for electrical maintenance and construction/changeover projects as directed by Maintenance supervision.
  • Coordinate plant and maintenance activity with contractors, plant personnel and others as needed or when directed by Maintenance Supervision.
  • Verify and spot check completed work orders as directed by Maintenance supervision.
  • Assist other maintenance personnel in computer access of electronic maintenance information.
  • Assist in other maintenance areas as directed or needed.
  • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
  • Other duties will include providing communication between work activities and supervisors of other departments throughout the plant.
  • Must follow all DFA GMP's and work in a manner consistent with all Corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements along with other duties as assigned.
  • Interact with contractors, plant personnel and maintenance
  • Assist in other maintenance areas as directed or needed.
  • Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years formal mechanical education, certification or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing environment,
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and engineering prints.
  • Strong background in 120/208, 240, 480 voltage, single and three phase electrical repair and maintenance including motor controls.
  • PLC experience relating to identifying problems and recommending changes as well as making limited adjustments to photo eyes and prox switches.
  • Experience in industrial wiring and troubleshooting with NEC code compliance knowledge.
  • Strong knowledge of DC circuits as well as 4 to 20 milliamp control circuits.
  • Extensive knowledge of common test equipment related to the trade. ex. Volt Meter, Ohm Meter, and Amp Meter.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years Manufacturing / Industrial maintenance experience
  • Technical degree or certification
  • Food, Beverage or Pharmaceutical experience
  • The ability to multi-task
  • Good math skills
  • Basic computer skill

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Dairy Farmers of America

About Dairy Farmers of America

At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.

As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.

We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.

We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.

At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Year Founded
1998
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