Job Location : Lancaster PA
Position Type : Hourly
Pay : $38.25 per hour $1.00 per hour for additional shift premium
Sign-On Bonus : $4000
The Hershey Company Lancaster plant is a Non-Union plant producing Licorice Products such as Twizzlers Nibs and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment. We have an immediate need to hire a Controls Electrician.
Pay :
- Starting pay rate : $38.25 per hour
- $1.00 / hour additional shift premium for working on 2nd
- Overtime Potential!
- $4000 Sign-On Bonus
- Manufacturing Incentive Plant (MIP) Eligible
Benefits :
Health Insurance (Medical Dental & Vision)Starting Day1!401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company matchHershey Stock Purchase ProgramLife Insurance and Short-Term DisabilityShifts :
We require that you are flexible to work any shift weekends overtime and holidays.2ndShift work schedule : Sunday Thursday 2 : 30pm 10 : 30pmSchedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant your training period begins you will be assigned to 1st shift for approximately 4 weeks then moved to 2nd. You will be eligible to bid on other schedules shifts and jobs when they are posted.Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts. Mandatory overtime could be weekly (scheduled for up to 12 hours / day Monday through Sunday) daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and / or weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).Interview / Hiring / Selection Process :
Potentially qualified applicants will complete written NOCTI electrical skills assessment either remotelyCandidates that pass the written NOCTI skills assessment will be scheduled for hands-on electrical skills assessment at theplantPost-offer Drug Screen & Background Check requiredSummary :
The Controls Electrician assists area Maintenance and Production personnel in maintaining an efficient operation by utilizing all necessary abilities to troubleshoot repair and adjust equipment with a minimal amount of down time.Interpret machine manuals schematics and engineering drawings relative to equipment assignedUnderstand & demonstrate useof the principles of electricity electronics and control systemsDemonstrate an understanding of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70-EPerform PLC and control system troubleshooting and repairDiagnose and repair or replace malfunctioning apparatus and components such as transformers circuitbreakers fuses motors fixtures PLCs motion controllers and drivesTroubleshoot Controlnet Devicenet DH Remote IO and Ethernet networksBasic knowledge of plant fire and water sprinkler systems and their controlsMaintain area tools and equipment in a clean safe and proper mannerOperate material handling equipment as requiredComplete all mandatory trainingRequired background skills and minimum qualifications shall include :
Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be flexible to work any shiftMust be available to work weekends holidays and overtime as scheduledMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be authorized to work in the United StatesMust have basic understanding of PCs and basic computer skillsMust possess experience in industrial electrical systemsMust possess experience in PLCsMust possess experience in process controls and instrumentationMust possess experience with motors and controls (AC and DC)Must possess experience with analog and digital devicesMust possess experience with schematics and electrical print readingDemonstrated ability to use Current Probe Multi-meter OscilloscopeAbility to read and understand electrical diagramsAbility to systematically troubleshoot detailed electrical and electronic systemsAbility and understanding to work with voltage up to 480 voltsAbility and knowledge to troubleshoot programmable controllersUnderstanding of analog circuits i.e. 4-20 ma or 0-10 voltsExperience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systemsPreferred Qualifications :
Has either a journeymans card from a state approved apprenticeship program or a minimum of three years of hands-on electrical work in manufacturing systems maintenance or equivalent military experienceFood manufacturing experience is highly desirableExperience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is desirableExperience with Continuous Improvement methodology is beneficialExperience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferredExperience with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is preferredPhysical Demands :
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Regularly required to work around operating equipment confined spaces stand reach stoop crawl walk climb ladders and bendWorking Conditions :
Work will be performed within a manufacturing facilityThe use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes ear plugs safety glasses / goggles bump camps hair and beard nets and glovesWearing Company-issued arc flash rated uniforms is a requirementWearing arc rated and voltage rated PPE is a requirement for designated electrical tasksAny offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check results consistent with The Hershey Companys employment checks may include but are not limited to the following : education verification employment verification criminal check social security number verification and / or drug test.
Assessment Requirements :
To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact a Talent Professional at 1- or . Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Service Center .
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individuals race color gender age national origin religion citizenship status marital status sexual orientation gender identity transgender status physical or mental disability protected veteran status genetic information pregnancy or any other categories protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veterans.
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Key Skills
Business,Baan,Communication,Corporate Advisory,HSSE
Employment Type : Hourly
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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