Instrumentation- Electrical Technician

At Furmano Foods, you’re joining a values-driven company with a purpose far greater than profit. Since 1921, we’ve stayed true to our farm, faith, and family roots—nourishing our customers, team members, partners, the land, and the future. We take pride in crafting quality, shelf-stable foods including beans, tomatoes, ancient grains, and vegetables for retail and foodservice markets nationwide. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dedication to sustainability, we offer team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact while upholding a legacy of quality, service, and stewardship.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of the area supervisor of the manager.

• Preform calibrations on process equipment and maintain records
• Maintain and lead repairs of cookers and process equipment
• Improve functionality of existing equipment and controls
• Design / Install control systems
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects
• Assist the Director of Engineering with Capitol Projects
• Help with day-to-day administration of the Engineering and Maintenance Dept
• Maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed
• Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by actions, communicating and helping co-workers
• Other tasks assigned by Supervisor(reports to the Maintenance Supervisor)

Skills and Abilities :

Experience and working knowledge of chart recorders, RTD’s, calibration test equipment, multimeters, PLC’s, ability to read electrical schematics, work with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical and steam systems on cookers.

Write project reports.

Proficiency in ladder logic design is a must using Allen Bradley hardware / software.

Must have the ability to keep records and information pertaining to all activities.

Proficiency in Auto Cad, MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Project

Ability to express ideas and work in a team environment.

Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

Educational requirements :

Minimum of an associate degree in electrical technology or Relevant degree with three years’ experience preferred, higher levels of experience without degree may be considered.

Physical Requirements

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement :

Occasional - 1 / 3 or less

Frequent – 1 / 3 to 2 / 3

Continuous – 2 / 3 or more

Standing : Frequent to Continuous

Walking : Frequent to continuous

Sitting : Occasional to Frequent

Lifting : Occasional to frequent (medium duty position / ability to lift 30lbs)

Carrying : Occasional to frequent (medium duty position / ability to carry 30lbs)

Climbing : Occasional

Climbing Stairs : Occasional

Climbing ladders : Occasional

Crawling : Occasional

Working in kneeling position : Occasional

Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above : Occasional

Twisting and Turning : Frequent to continuous

Reaching : Occasional to frequent

Bending : Occasional to frequent

Driving : Occasional

Pushing and Pulling : Occasional

Hand Movement : Manual dexterity

Simple grasping : frequent

Fine manipulation : Frequent

Operating Equipment : Occasional (electric and / or propane forklift)

Position Requirements :

Ø Position requires that individual be OSHA tested and certified.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned by the manager of this position.

Work Classification : Medium duty position as defined in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. EEO / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

Wages : Non-exempt position / Job Opportunity Wages determined by degree of ability

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : Up to $34.34 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Corporate Chaplain

On-site Nurse

Schedule :

1st Shift -6am-230pm

8-hour shift

Overtime mandatory as needed.

Day shift

Monday to Friday, working days may vary based on the season.

Weekend availability

Ability to commute / relocate :

Northumberland, PA 17857 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : One location

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.