2nd Shift Electrician
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Job Location: Lancaster, PA

Summary:

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.

When Electrical systems break down Industrial Electricians are responsible for trouble shooting and fixing the problem. This position requires Industrial Electrical/PLC experience in the food Industry with the knowledge of motors, industrial wiring, electro-mechanical drives, PLC applications and hardware and servo applications.

This position also requires excellent trouble shooting and communication skills as well as the ability to effectively participate in a team-oriented work environment.

There are 2 current 2nd shift openings

• Sunday through Thursday - 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Tuesday through Saturday - 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Full Benefit package for employee and eligible dependents available first day of employment. Hourly rate of pay: $32.69.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
• Utilize problem solving techniques while interacting with other employees in resolving issues

• Advise Management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
• Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, understand and help maintain work orders, preventative maintenance system and in SAP
• Learning new technologies as they apply
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics
• Program VFD's.
• Read, diagnose, and program ladder logic using RSLogix
• Enter notifications and/or follow up with required work
• Work on belts, drives, gearboxes, and conveyors
• Perform work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
• Investigate and offer improvements to our plant operation
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
• Follow all safety requirements including but not limited to Adhere to SDS (Safety Data Sheet), LOTO, Confined Space, Fall protection, Electrical Flash etc.
• Follow all Food Manufacturing rules and regulations including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Demonstrate Hershey values
• Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Maintain Good Housekeeping skills

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:

• Must understand all lockout procedures

• Successfully complete all safety required training
• Pass the Nocti Electrical and Hands Testing
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations
• Must have good command of the English language both written and spoken

Desired but not required:

• Experience with Motoman & ABB Robots
• Experience with Panelview and Factory Talk
• Experience with Predictive Technologies including Thermal Imaging
• Experience with Rockwell Automation

Physical Demand

• Use of hands, wrists, elbows to use hands tools to do electrical repairs
• Ability to walk within Plant Manufacturing facility to trouble shoot and perform electrical repairs
• Bend, squat, reach to perform electrical repairs
• Visual acuity to identify electrical color-coded materials
• Climb ladders, use lifts to reach above head electrical repairs
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Electrician experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Qualified candidates will be considered for interview and if successful must pass Nocti written and hands on testing to be considered for employment.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check results consistent with The Hershey Company's employment policies. Background checks may include but are not limited to the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, social security number verification, and / or drug test.

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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.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans