Controls Electrician
Goetze's Candy Company, Inc.
This is a Full-time position in Baltimore, MD posted January 28, 2022.
Electrical Controls Electrician provides support to keep electrical control systems operational throughout the facility. Candidate will also provide process implementation and improvement for the controls and instrumentation. Knowledge of PLC software is essential to the success of this candidate. Must be familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.
Position Summary/ Responsibilities:
● Support to keep electrical controls operational throughout the production facility.
● Understanding of 3 phase 480 volt power to 24 volt DC.
● Able to use diagnostic equipment (lap top, meter, oscilloscope, VFD pendent, ect).
● Knowledge to read schematics to install new equipment and trouble shoot.
● Able to wire machines to motor control center.
● Able to install and set up variable frequency drives.
● Understanding of I/O cards and communication layout for PLC system.
● Support engineering projects and new plant design.
● Trouble shoot and keep systems running.
● Start up and commissioning activities, including developing and implementing best practices for process controls and instrumentation.
● Keep your work area neat, clean, and free of debris
● Able to work independently or as a team player to complete projects
● Communicate with other employees and management respectfully to prioritize and complete work tasks.
● Ability and willingness to work over-time hours during evenings or weekends when production is down to accomplish necessary task completion
● May be required to support other mechanical and engineering teams/departments which may require cross training.
● Other tasks or duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements:
Education and Experience
● At least 5 years of Electrical Engineering/Controls experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
● Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electronics Technology preferred
● Must be at least 18 years of age
● 3-Phase systems motor control, VFD experience required
● PLC software User, a plus (using primarily Allen Bradley products. Specifically, Micrologix, Compact Logix, Contrologix, and SLC500)
● Experience with PLCc, HMI, Modicon, Wonderware, Alen Bradley Controls Experience Preferred
● Instrumentation and Controls experience in an industrial plant or process manufacturing setting.
● Working knowledge of electrical schematics, electrical distribution, and communication networks, wiring diagrams, panel outlets.
● Knowledge of basic electricity and electrical circuits required.
Physical Requirements:
● Hearing and Vision – normal or corrected sufficient to enable the employee to perform the essential duties of the job.
● Ability to communicate clearly and effectively so as to perform the essential functions of the job.
● Mobility to negotiate office, steps and plant areas so as to carry out the essential duties of the position.
● Physical and mental ability to perform the normal requirements of the position and maintain an acceptable level of attendance.
● Ability to work in a production facility manufacturing food.
● Ability to work in a Climate Controlled facility.
● Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions, policies, and procedures in English.
● Must be able to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and SQF regulatory program requirements.
● Maintain a safety-first mentality in order to work in the factory.
● Must be able to adhere to attendance policies.
● The factory can be loud, dusty, and a high paced environment. The use of food safety equipment (hair nets, beard nets, other) must we worn in production areas.
● Maintain a neat, clean, and presentable appearance including clean uniforms.
● Goetze’s Candy Company maintains a Drug Free Workplace Policy, where a drug test will be required of any applicant who has received a conditional offer of employment.
