Industrial Electrician

Daiya Foods Inc.•Burnaby, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Electrician must possess fundamental and specialized knowledge and skills related to the installation and maintenance of electrical devices and components found in industrial settings. The Industrial Electrician inspects, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and services (includes calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical equipment such as motors, generators, pumps, heavy duty machines, environmental regulating systems, communication systems; and associated electrical and electronic controls for food production. The Industrial Electrician is also responsible for working together with the rest of the maintenance team to complete Work Orders and follow a Preventive Maintenance Program. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), scheduled Monday - Friday, with the possibility of overtime based on business needs.

Requirements

Must be able to legally work in Canada
Working knowledge of PLC’s Servo drives
Working understanding and ability to write logic for Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allan Bradley, and Direct Logic.
Excellent communication skills, showing high level of professionalism in written and verbal communications
Must have good computer skills (Microsoft office)
Self-directed and motivated team player
Knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations
Persistence and confidence to ensure issues are resolved
Ability to train others
Comfortable working in a production area (temperature, humidity, noise, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Red Seal Certified Industrial Electrician (preferred)
Previous experience in food manufacturing facility an asset
Knowledge of SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices in food industry an asset
Ability to prioritize under the pressure of tight deadlines
Assist with Machine certifications

Responsibilities

Respond quickly to production requests for electrical support to ensure minimum downtime
Minimize production downtime through preventive maintenance. Provide input and implement a Preventive Maintenance program to ensure that all equipment are routinely maintained
Conduct audits/assessments on all production equipment to ensure operating standards are met
Diagnose malfunctioning components, systems and apparatus using testing tools and equipment
Inspect electrical components for identifying defects, hazards, or need for repair or adjustment to ensure abidance with codes.
Assemble, examine, test, and maintain electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, equipment, apparatus, fixtures, and other components
Repair or replace electrical wirings and other electrical fixtures
Maintain safe practices and actively engage in continuous improvement projects to improve safety
Inform the Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager/Supervisor/Lead Hand regarding potential hazards and recommending corrective solutions
Follow blueprints or prepare outlines to find out the location of equipment and wiring
Plan layout to install electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment depending on the local codes and job specifications
Perform preventative maintenance administrative duties like maintaining files and records, ordering equipment and supplies and preparing reports
Provide cost estimates and preliminary sketches for services and materials as requested
Collaborating with maintenance team members and provide training to apprentices as required
Occasionally perform physically demanding tasks like moving or lifting heavy objects
Keep abreast of new technology, electrical services, and manufacturing processes