Protein Maintenance - RE

Pilgrim's • Douglas, GA

2d

About The Position

The Electrical Technician supports safe, efficient poultry processing at Pilgrim’s Protein Conversion operations. The role installs, programs, configures, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical and electronic equipment, and performs routine and preventive maintenance. Equipment may include metal detectors, scales, PID controllers, VFDs, PLCs, circuit boards, fuses, relays, motors, and electro-pneumatic valves. The technician also inspects and maintains mechanical equipment, diagnoses failures, performs pipe repairs, and responds to emergency and unplanned repairs. The position requires working in a fast-paced processing environment, including warm, high-heat, and cold conditions, at heights, and in confined spaces. The job involves lifting heavy objects and standing for extended periods. A 2-2-3 schedule is listed. The base hourly rate is $26.60, with a $1.00 differential for third shift.

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and apply common sense.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in warm temperatures and lift 50 pounds or more.
• Knowledge of using a multimeter, megohmmeter, signal generator, and computers.
• Ability to use power tools, saws, drills, impact tools, and grinders.
• Ability to work in high-heat and cold environments, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Poultry or food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, set, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic equipment.
• Read and interpret electromechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints, piping diagrams, and sketches.
• Perform timely repairs and routine and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to emergency and unplanned problems and repairs.
• Use precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Inspect gearboxes, motors, belts, and other operating devices.
• Check gearbox fluid levels, lubricate bearings, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions according to established checklists.
• Recognize and diagnose mechanical failures and determine the corrective action needed, consulting blueprints, manuals, and parts catalogs as appropriate.
• Perform pipe repairs.
• Work safely in high-heat and cold environments, at heights, and in confined spaces; lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) with company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Career development through continuous learning opportunities and learning and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED