1st Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician

Universal Corporation•Lancaster Township, PA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Shank’s, a subsidiary of Universal Ingredients, is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank’s quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide. Universal Ingredients is a global supplier of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for human and pet consumption. With thousands of products and global sourcing capabilities, we provide customized, value-added solutions – including fruit and vegetable juices and concentrates, dehydrated ingredients, botanical extracts, flavors, and beverage systems – for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide. Our advanced production capabilities, including aseptic beverage processing and flexible packaging solutions, enable safe, shelf-stable products with no preservatives. At the heart of our innovation is our Application Capabilities Lab, where food science experts collaborate with customers to develop market-ready solutions through product development, flavor analysis, sensory testing, and commercialization support. Driven by innovation, sustainability, and partnership, Universal Ingredients helps customers stay ahead of evolving consumer preferences while delivering consistent quality, functionality, and performance across global markets. The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, and repair automated machinery and computer-controlled mechanical systems within our company.

Requirements

Demonstrated strong electrical comprehension/aptitude of 3-phase motor controls.
Able to troubleshoot at a high level with little to no assistance.
Able to interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
Able to troubleshoot motor VFDs and program/adjust as production needs arise.
Able to troubleshoot machines controlled by PLCs.
Able to troubleshoot control sensors including but not limited to proximity switches, infrared eyes, transducers, thermal probes, and limit switches.
Must be able to communicate and work effectively within the maintenance team and with internal customers.
A willingness to work alongside mechanics should the need arise.
Must have good problem-solving skills.
Able to give, receive, and analyze information.
English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity to ensure a safe and effective work environment.
Able to provide/possess accredited industrial electrical certification or electrical license.
Requires four (4) years of related maintenance experience or an associate degree in electromechanical technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing/production environment
PLC troubleshooting experience

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs electronic equipment to component levels by company regulations.
Analyzes data to assess the performance of machinery to ensure efficiency.
Troubleshoots and repairs PLC equipment.
Documents maintenance and machine safety data.
Reads blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine the method and sequence of assembly of a machine or a piece of equipment.
Responsible for following all safety procedures as required by the role and nurturing a food safety culture by adhering to all Safe Quality Foods requirements.
Performs regular and preventative maintenance on installed electro-mechanical equipment.
Use instruments to test the performance of electromechanical assemblies.
Follows specific layout and schematic diagrams to repair and maintain machines.
Performs other duties as assigned.