Plant Electrician

Overview

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm (additional night or weekend hours may be required due to breakdown and/or project needs).

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at  to learn more!

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we re the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at

We are currently seeking an Electrician to join our maintenance team in Mitchell, SD. We offer a competitive salary, and a complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

• Install, inspect, repair, and replace electrical equipment and components
• Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives
• Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements regarding environmental, and food/feed safety
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, low/hi voltage, and lighting systems
• Read and understand technical diagrams and blueprints
• Perform general and preventative electrical maintenance
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices
• Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures
• Follow National Electrical Code state and local building regulations
• Perform corrective maintenance on circuit breakers
• Understand basic HVAC systems and various testing equipment
• Communicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Complex Manager
• Assist other maintenance or production personnel as needed or requested
• Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Electrician degree or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program
• 5 years’ experience working as an electrician or technician; manufacturing experience, a plus
• Advanced understanding of electrical systems, control wiring, safety systems, blueprints, and maintenance and repairs
• Experience with SCADA or PLC Programming, a plus
• Ability to problem solve independently or use various resources as needed
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to stand and/or move on feet for up to 12 hours per day, longer if required due to projects or breakdowns
• Constant bending, lifting, turning and/or twisting
• Ability to perform safety-sensitive position

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