Electrical Specialist - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Clinton, NC

1d•$28 - $34

About The Position

The Electrical Specialist helps ensure efficient, continuous operation of plant systems and equipment while minimizing downtime. The role installs, services, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic and electrical controls and equipment, and collaborates with other maintenance personnel. It also involves documenting calibrations, scale certifications, preventive maintenance, and other job-related records, as well as providing technical assistance to trainees. The position supports equipment and system improvements across processing, chemical treatment, boiler, water, refrigeration, and other electrical and electronic systems.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Electronics or Instrumentation from an accredited technical or community college and two years of experience as an Electronics Technician or Instrumentation Technician, preferably in an industrial or meat-processing setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fundamental knowledge of plant systems and equipment.
Comprehensive knowledge of electronics and electrical theory.
Working knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, and associated hardware.
Basic knowledge of motor control systems.
Working knowledge of inverters and frequency drives, including setup and configuration.
Knowledge of plant procedures, including H.A.C.C.P. and lockout/tagout.
Working knowledge of computers and computer systems.
Fundamental knowledge of valve controls.
Working knowledge of RTDs, thermocouples, and other temperature measurement devices.
Comprehensive knowledge of field wiring and terminations as they relate to electronics.
Ability to use test equipment, light-duty equipment, and tools.
Ability to understand complex electrical and electronic wiring diagrams and control schematics.
Comprehensive knowledge of test equipment including a Volt/Ohm/Amp meter, Mgge, oscilloscope, current source calibrator, and thermocouple and RTD calibrators.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of robotics and controls.
Experience as an Electronics Technician or Instrumentation Technician in an industrial or meat-processing setting.

Responsibilities

Undertake projects and tasks involving design changes or system improvements for equipment controls and plant systems.
Perform preventive maintenance and calibration procedures for plant process control systems.
Provide technical assistance to electronics technicians and electricians, and evaluate results.
Review strategies to improve plant efficiency, reliability, and flexibility.
Help develop and conduct equipment performance tests and interpret their results.
Investigate equipment failures and recurring problems, and develop or recommend solutions.
Coordinate operational testing and verification of newly acquired equipment and recommend whether it should be accepted.
Keep current with processing plant engineering techniques and technologies, and research potential control-system expansions.
Review and recommend practices, procedures, system requirements, and improvements to support maintenance schedules and short- and long-range plans.
Troubleshoot and repair plant equipment and systems, including taking steps to prevent problems from recurring.
Train trainees and help develop their skills.
Provide input on spare-parts inventory as needed.
Assist with pre-operational testing and startup of plant equipment.
Complete required job-related paperwork and documentation, including calibration sheets, scale certification sheets, and preventive maintenance records.