Electromechanical Technician 2nd Shift at Baldwin Richardson Foods

Corona, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

42.7

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Troubleshooting, Repair, Modification, Installation, Preventative Maintenance, Electrical Systems, Instrumentation, PLCs, GMP, VFDs, Servos, Electrical Schematics Reading, Ladder Logic Reading, Vibration Analysis, Torque Requirements, HMI Software

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

WHO WE ARE Baldwin Richardson Foods is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, Baldwin Richardson Foods combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. Its state-of-the-art Innovation & Culinary Center transforms trends and culinary inspiration into legendary products through an award-winning commercialization process. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments in addition to producing finished goods for the private label sector. BRF maintains its headquarters and a manufacturing facility in Macedon, New York; with a Culinary Innovation Center in Westmont, Illinois; and offices and manufacturing facilities in Williamson, New York; Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Corona, California. This role is in our Corona, CA location. WHAT WE NEED As an Electromechanical Technician under minimal supervision, you will perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on electromechanical and electrical systems, instrumentations, and PLCs utilizing standard work practices, to ensure production is supported in a safe and efficient manner. * This role is on the 2nd Shift - 2:00pm - 10:30pm with a $.75 shift differential for evenings. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) will support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, product safety, company property, environmental and team member’s safety. * Complete preventative maintenance on all equipment to maximize efficiencies and limit downtime. * Support continuous improvement efforts by providing equipment and process expertise. * Troubleshoot and repair all plant-related electrical components including motors, servos, VFD’s, and PLC’s. * Leverage electrical expertise to support troubleshooting of process and support equipment. * Maintain electrical systems through execution of preventive maintenance programs. * May be involved with providing technical support to Operations Team for training and staff development (i.e., cross training production personnel for first level-maintenance activities) * Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs qualification. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * High School Diploma or GED - required. * A minimum of three (3) years of electrical and electromechanical maintenance and troubleshooting experience (manufacturing, automotive, farming) - required. * 2 (two-year) associate degree, licensing, or equivalent trade school technical training in related field highly preferred, but applicable experience will be considered in lieu of licensing or education. * Experience in food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing, specifically working to meet GMP, OSHA, FDA, EPA standards is preferred. * Proficiency with hand, portable power, and shop tools in the maintenance of manufacturing equipment is required. * Experience troubleshooting to identify root-cause issues on electrical equipment or components. * Proficiently reading and interpreting electrical schematics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics/Controls. * Ability to use more complex analytical and measuring tools for vibration analysis, torque requirements and tolerances. * Provide feedback and modification of PM’s based on observations * Provide feedback of overall health of machine centers * Able to use voltmeter and megger * Able to read ladder logic to diagnose production issues * Able to identify and replace faulty common electrical components (fuses, motors, photo eyes, relays, light ballast) * Able to replace frequency drives and program * Familiar with HMI software and communication protocols * Familiarity with Fillers, Cappers, Case Packers, conveyors, tanks, and pumps * Experience in the following areas is advantageous and would warrant a higher starting pay rate: * Ability to write ladder logic or modify * Ability to replace, modify HMI software and hardware * Use of more complex electrical tools (oscilloscope, data logger) * Well-rounded in all Allen Bradley software * Curiosity to learn as well as mentor others on the team and organization. * Willingness to dig into the root-cause of failures, and ensure the repair is done through to completion. * Ability and willingness to troubleshoot high-speed equipment in a safe, efficient manner * A pro-active, high-energy attitude, geared towards achieving continuous improvement * Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds. * Able to work autonomously or in a team environment as a critical-thinker and decision-maker * Ability to independently prioritize and multitask effectively. * Must be willing and able to work overtime, including off-shift, weekends and holidays when required to support the production schedule. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. * Must be able to stand for full shift, which is minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours. * The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, at times without aid. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to see color, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), heat, and moderate level of noise. Ear protection is provided but not required. At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!

Responsibilities

The technician will perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on electromechanical and electrical systems, instrumentation, and PLCs to ensure safe and efficient production support. This includes following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and supporting continuous improvement efforts through equipment expertise.