Electrical & Automation Supervisor - 3rd shift
About The Position
Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table! We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Electrical Supervisor, to lead maintenance and improvement efforts for our facility's power distribution systems and automation networks at the largest pizza plant in the world and home to Red Baron and Tony's brand pizzas. In this role, you will oversee the performance, testing, repair, and optimization of critical electrical and control systems that support our manufacturing operations. This is a full-time, 3rd shift position, scheduled Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 6+ years of experience within the automation industry and 3+ years in a leadership role (including experience with PLCs, controls or automation, troubleshooting voltages up to 480 volts-preferably in a manufacturing environment).
- Strong technical knowledge across industrial electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems, including HVAC, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computerized maintenance systems.
- Must be flexible to work any shift and respond to emergency calls as needed.
Responsibilities
- Manage and lead the Electrical and Controls team, including scheduling, resource allocation, and performance.
- Oversee the implementation, documentation, startup, and support of PLC and HMI programming within an industrial automation environment.
- Plan and coordinate the installation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and tuning of control devices used in manufacturing processes.
- Develop and deliver training for plant operations and maintenance personnel on control system functionality, design features, and process operation.
- Optimize team performance by effectively utilizing employee skills, minimizing mechanical downtime, enhancing equipment effectiveness, and ensuring adherence to safety policies.
- Monitor equipment breakdowns, assess needs, assign resources, and adjust work schedules to meet production goals.
- Maintain compliance with safety standards and ensure all equipment safety devices are properly installed.
- Communicate department performance and operational issues to upper management.
- Support cost control initiatives and drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency and team development.
Benefits
- Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.
- The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
