FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC-posted 16 days ago
$30 - $40/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Mitchell, SD
501-1,000 employees

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 fuillc.com to learn more! Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, works with brands both large and small to create an assortment of canned dog and cat foods. Learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/performance-pet-products/. We are currently accepting applications for Electrical & Controls Technician. We offer a starting base wage up to $40/Hr. (based on experience) along with a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more! Schedule 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm Additional hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis during the week or weekend Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Install, inspect, repair, and replace electrical systems and automation equipment Essential Duties and Responsibilities Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems Install and configure SCADA hardware and software, RTUs, PLCs, and communication networks for production equipment Monitor SCADA systems to ensure uptime, performance, and data accuracy Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components Troubleshoot electrical, control systems, equipment sensors, and automation issues using appropriate testing devices Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures Follow National Electrical Code, state, and local building regulations Read and understand technical diagrams and schematics Perform corrective maintenance on all plant electrical equipment Understand basic HVAC systems and well as various testing equipment Communicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Complex Manager Accurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects Communicate with Parts & Inventory Clerk on equipment and/or parts procurement, when needed Assist other maintenance or production personnel as needed or requested Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements regarding environmental, and food/feed safety Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance 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.

  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems
  • Install and configure SCADA hardware and software, RTUs, PLCs, and communication networks for production equipment
  • Monitor SCADA systems to ensure uptime, performance, and data accuracy
  • Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components
  • Troubleshoot electrical, control systems, equipment sensors, and automation issues using appropriate testing devices
  • Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures
  • Follow National Electrical Code, state, and local building regulations
  • Read and understand technical diagrams and schematics
  • Perform corrective maintenance on all plant electrical equipment
  • Understand basic HVAC systems and well as various testing equipment
  • Communicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Complex Manager
  • Accurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects
  • Communicate with Parts & Inventory Clerk on equipment and/or parts procurement, when needed
  • Assist other maintenance or production personnel as needed or requested
  • Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives
  • Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements regarding environmental, and food/feed safety
  • Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance
  • 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
  • Ability to solve problems independently or use various resources as needed
  • Awareness of the importance of food safety standards while performing equipment maintenance
  • Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work
  • Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions
  • Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage
  • Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information
  • Understand and operate basic computer systems; Redzone experience, a plus
  • Willingness and ability to work extra hours during the week or weekend and perform work not specifically stated in job description
  • Ability to perform safety sensitive position
  • Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, lamb, rabbit, kangaroo, and egg
  • Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes
  • Electrician degree or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program, preferred
  • Experience with SCADA or PLC Programming
  • Redzone experience, a plus
  • health
  • dental
  • vision
  • PTO
  • paid holidays
  • an impressive 401K match
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