WH_1289_Electrical Technician (B)The Hershey Company West Hershey plant is a Union plant producing products such as: White & Dark Paste, Kisses, Nuggets, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Rolo, Syrup in a high-speed, complex manufacturing environment. Pay: Starting Pay: $41.12 per hour $0.75 per hour shift differential for working 2nd or 3rd shift OT Potential $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible Total Rewards: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) — Starting Day 1 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match Hershey Stock Purchase Program Life Insurance and Short-Term DisabilityMust be flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs and will be discussed during the interview processQualified applicants must successfully complete an electrical written skills assessment Those receiving a passing score will advance to an onsite electrical hands-on assessment and interview with the hiring teamThis position requires Industrial Electrical/PLC experience in the food industry with knowledge of: Motors Industrial wiring Electro-mechanical drives PLC application software/hardware Servo motion control applications Also required: Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to effectively participate in a team-oriented work environmentMajor Duties/Responsibilities:Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures using hand tools and power toolsDiagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problemInspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codesTest electrical systems and continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safetyAccept full responsibility for all safety procedures as stated in the JSA (Job Safety Analysis)Demonstrate self-motivational drive in learning new technologies as they applyCommunicate appropriately with operators, mechanics, electricians, engineers, supervisors, and plant leadershipPerform business management duties such as maintaining records and files; understand and help maintain work orders, preventative maintenance system, and SAPRead and interpret electrical schematicsDemonstrate initiative to investigate and offer improvements to plant operationsService, clean, and inspect equipment periodically following established PMs (Preventative Maintenance)Safely operate mobile equipment such as fork trucks, hand trucks, lifts, boom liftsUtilize problem-solving techniques in resolving issues with other employeesAdhere to LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) proceduresHave a basic understanding of belts, belt drives, chain drives, gearboxes, and conveyorsCreate notifications and follow up on repairsMake up a bill of materials as requiredRead and interpret written descriptions or engineering blueprintsPerform PM and troubleshoot Motoman and ABB RobotsLearn and work with programs like PanelView, Factory Talk, RS Logix, Siemens Direct and train others to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring and equipment; provide expert knowledge and guidance to other employees in your fieldFollow all safety requirements including but not limited to SDS (Safety Data Sheet), LOTO, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Electrical Flash NFPA 70-E Follow all Food Manufacturing rules and regulations including GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SQF (Safe Quality Foods) Demonstrate Hershey values Use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Maintain good housekeeping skillsAssessment 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.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 individual's 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.