Electrician

Winland Foods•Grand Forks, ND

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician is responsible for helping ensure operational reliability and prevent production downtime through proactive inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance. The role works with electrical systems ranging from 5V DC to 600V AC and includes control and automation installations, project work, and multi-craft tasks. The Electrician supports automation systems, production efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement while working both independently and with a team. This position follows a rotating A/B schedule: three 12-hour shifts one week and four the next, with shifts running 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The work location is 1801 N 36th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203. Pay is $38.00–$39.00 per hour based on experience and other qualifications, with a $0.50 night-shift differential. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of combined technical college and/or industrial electrical experience. The posting also describes over five years of industrial PLC and electrical experience; an associate degree in Electronics or Electromechanical Technologies is preferred. The employee must be able to work mandatory overtime, including weekends as business needs require, and meet the listed physical demands and safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of combined technical college and/or experience in an industrial electrical role.
Over five years of industrial PLC and electrical experience, as stated in the posting.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic components, PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, control systems, and variable speed drives.
Strong foundation in electrical theory and diagnostic tools.
Follow safety protocols, including GMPs, PPE, and lockout/tagout, understand equipment hazards, and complete required safety training, including forklift operation and confined space certification.
Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others at the worksite, including understanding and responding to oral communications, understanding written and safety information, and communicating in writing as needed; work communications are mostly conducted in English.
Ability to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays and Sundays, as determined by business needs.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement; dependability and safe, sensible equipment handling.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills, 20/20 corrected vision, normal hearing and vision with correction if needed, and ability to distinguish colors used for color-coded production containers.
Wear required PPE and follow safety policies, including safe lifting and lockout/tagout procedures.

Nice To Haves

Certified Rockwell Automation classes.
Associate degree in Electronics or Electromechanical Technologies.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade motors, drives, PLCs, and machine controls while following applicable electrical, workplace safety, and food safety standards.
Provide electrical safety training and ensure compliance with arc flash and lockout/tagout procedures.
Coordinate thermal scans and maintain electrical system documentation, including single-line diagrams and calibration procedures.
Follow SQF and GMP standards, collaborate with Quality Assurance on equipment calibration, and support autonomous maintenance activities.
Support alignment with OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations.
Train team members on relay logic, AC/DC motor troubleshooting, VFDs, and PLC programming.
Assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.
Work with internal and external teams on plant projects.
Conduct resistance testing of motors and circuits and test electrical equipment up to 600 volts.
Manage plant IT hardware and support corporate IT infrastructure, including SAP terminals, IP phones, Ethernet, and fire systems.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report food safety or quality issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as management may determine necessary.