Electromechanical Technician Lead - Nights - $2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Shamrock Foods•Verona, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment. The lead technician will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems and implementing corrective and preventative measures. This role requires adherence to all required work safe practices, including compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, and fall restraints.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of dairy processing systems including: HTST and UHT pasteurization systems, CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems, Homogenizers, Pumps and pump systems, Mix-proof and sanitary valve systems, Heat exchangers, Raw and finished product tanks
Strong troubleshooting expertise in: Rotary fillers and filling systems, Case packers, Palletizers and depalletizers, Conveyance systems, Labeling and coding equipment, Automated packaging systems, Robotic palletizing
Advanced understanding of electrical systems ranging from 24V controls through 480V industrial power distribution
Demonstrated proficiency with: Allen-Bradley PLCs, FactoryTalk software, Servo drives and motion control systems, VFDs, HMI systems, Industrial networking and communications
Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics, P&IDs, Mechanical drawings, Equipment manuals and technical specifications
Strong understanding of: Predictive maintenance technologies, Vibration analysis, Thermography, Precision alignment, Bearing analysis
Experience utilizing CMMS systems for maintenance reporting
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
Working knowledge of food safety programs including SQF, HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation processes
Ability to safely perform physical requirements of the position, including lifting, climbing, reaching, bending, and working in industrial environment

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, industrial maintenance certificate, apprenticeship, or equivalent preferred
2+ years of maintenance leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience preferred
Experience in dairy, food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support a team of maintenance technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and effective execution of maintenance activities
Plan, prioritize, and assign daily maintenance work to maximize equipment uptime and production reliability
Maintain and repair a wide range of high-speed dairy processing, packaging, utility, and automation equipment
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime
Utilize diagnostic equipment and maintenance technologies to troubleshoot, analyze, and proactively identify equipment failures
Coordinate maintenance activities with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Sanitation teams to minimize operational disruptions
Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues
Lead root cause analysis investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions for recurring failures
Monitor equipment performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and maintenance effectiveness
Ensure compliance with all food safety, SQF, GMP, HACCP, OSHA, LOTO, and company safety requirements
Execute and enforce preventative maintenance schedules through the CMMS system
Participate in production startup, changeovers, and shutdown activities as required
Support emergency maintenance response efforts during equipment breakdowns
Train and develop maintenance technicians to improve technical skills and career progression
Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities, equipment history, and regulatory records
Demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, and consistent attendance
Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations