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Asher's Chocolate Co. · 3 months ago

Electrical Controls Technician

Souderton, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Asher's Chocolate Co. is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician responsible for the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems. The role involves managing control components within PLC systems, performing maintenance in a manufacturing environment, and ensuring safe operation of equipment.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Support and manage all control components within a PLC system

Perform maintenance activities within a manufacturing environment on production and support equipment

Incorporates LOTO procedures as required by policy

Dismantles devices to gain access to impacted areas and repair/remove defective parts

Determines, by use of regular inspections, the repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements if the parts are reusable, and what parts, if any need to be ordered

Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments not performed by machine operators to ensure proper operation

Repairs electrical equipment within the limitations of expertise and training

Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other tools to make and repair parts

Removes tools and cleans impacted work areas upon completion of work

Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines

Makes recommendations concerning equipment and/or procedure modifications

Locates and sets production machinery as required by production schedule

Performs and assures all duties are carried out in a safe and conscientious manner

Maintains a positive attitude when interacting with Asher’s team members and customers

Performs other job-related duties in area of responsibility as assigned

Qualification

PLC SystemsThree phase electrical systemsMechanical skillsWeldingHVAC systemsPneumaticsPreventative maintenanceCommunication in English

Required

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Must have experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment

Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Needs to have acquired 1-3 years related experience and/or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Must have working knowledge of PLC Systems and associated software & ability to trouble-shoot controls and low voltage systems

Basic knowledge of the following: three phase electrical systems, welding and machine shop practices, HVAC systems, plumbing and pneumatics, conveyors and conveying systems, and ability to read and complete preventative maintenances as assigned

Mechanical and standard electrical skills