Plant Electrician

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location : Schuyler, NE

Job Type : Full Time

Shift(s) Available : 2nd

Compensation : $31.50 / hr

Benefits Information

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Health and Wellness Incentives

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

Assist in design of electrical projects and install electrical equipment

Coordinate efforts with other workers involved in installing and maintaining equipment or components

Consult with operators, supervisors, and engineers to plan layout of equipment and to resolve problems in system operation and maintenance

Determine feasibility of using standardized equipment and develop specifications for equipment required to perform additional functions

Work with voltage levels up to 480, 4160. Wire Variable Frequency Drive’s

Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures

Perform instrumentation calculation, set up of parameters and limits

Modify industrial electronic devices, circuits, and equipment in order to meet available specifications

Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, and repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems before they occur

Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation and for defects such as loose connections and frayed wires

Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous

Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, and tests

Examine work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to the problems

Operate equipment to demonstrate proper use and to analyze malfunctions

Repair, install and adjust equipment, machines, and defective components, replacing worn parts such as gaskets and seals in watertight electrical equipment

Install coaxial or fiber optic cable for computers and other telecommunications equipment

Maintain inventory of spare parts. Send defective units to the manufacturer or to a specialized repair shop for repair

When breakdowns occur, make necessary repairs as quickly as possible in order to minimize inconvenience

Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment and software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems

Work extended shifts to support the facility which may require coming in early, before normal shift and staying over later than normal shift

Short notice may be given when coming in early or staying over late. May be called in to make repairs on nights, weekends or holidays

Be flexible and adapt to changing priorities

Must follow the National Electric Code; comply with state and Cargill standards

Assist plant with management of outside contracted electrical projects for quality to comply with Cargill specifications

Participates in ongoing skill level improvement training and apply what is learned

Performs all requested tasks professionally and in a reasonable time frame

Is flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities

Work indoors and outdoors in a plant environment

Enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions and supervision

Troubleshoot problems as required

Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere

Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment utilized by facility; determine immediate and long range needs for maintenance and repair work

Enter notifications utilizing maintenance computer program

Understand and adhere to state and federal Occupational Safety and Health rules and regulations as related to plant safety

Follow all Cargill safety rules and regulations, including use of proper PPE

Complete all housekeeping assignments, work to improve the condition of the department, and work as a team member with a positive attitude

Attend various mandatory safety and department meetings

Communicate in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved

Assist other plant personnel as needed and will perform any other duty as requested by the supervisor

Required Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the united states without visa sponsorship

Must be 18 years or older

Must be able to perform physical job duties including bending / stooping, climbing ladders, and work in confined spaces

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Must be able to work under special work conditions, such as extreme heat or cold

Ability to work in elevated areas

Must be able to operate machinery

Must be able to read / write English

High School diploma or Equivalent

Basic computer skills including being able to enter and retrieve data

Ability to work overtime

Ability to work holidays, nights, weekends or different shifts

Must be able to perform electrical maintenance trade

Experience working with blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications and the mathematical knowledge required for such work

Must be able to operate mobile equipment

Must have a high degree of mechanical aptitude

Demonstrated ability to perform basic mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages

Must be willing and able to work in inclement conditions and extreme temperatures

Must be able to work in an outdoor, and indoor plant environment

Must have very good time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks and work independently

Install conduit and pull wire

Have a strong commitment to safety

Must have adequate transportation

Craftspeople in this position will use multiple tools such as multi-meter; 500-to-1000-volt meg-ohm tester; voltmeter; ohmmeter; mobile equipment; safety equipment and PPE

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with wiring and programing Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers

Experience using electrical test equipment to perform analysis and troubleshooting

Knowledge of the National Electric Code

Mechanical aptitude to work from all types of blueprints, maintenance manuals, and drawings

Apprentice, Journeyman or above license with the state of Nebraska or equivalent

A 2-year degree in electromechanical, electrical system, or equivalent

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability / Vet

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