Senior Electronic Technician

Clemens Food Group LLC•Hatfield Township, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Clemens Food Group is seeking a Senior Electronic Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and support electrical, automation, and production equipment at its onsite manufacturing location in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on diagnosing the causes of equipment failures, restoring reliable operation, preventing recurrence, and supporting safe manufacturing operations. The technician works with motors, drives, PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, control systems, and instrumentation, collaborating with production teams and other technicians as needed. The position is listed as full-time and onsite, with first-, second-, or third-shift options and a Tuesday–Saturday schedule. The role combines hands-on electrical maintenance with advanced troubleshooting and automation support. It includes installing and maintaining motor systems and electrical components; troubleshooting and maintaining PLCs, HMIs, control circuits, instrumentation, safety systems, and industrial communications; investigating equipment failures; and keeping schematics and technical records accurate. The position calls for technical independence, sound judgment, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a strong commitment to safety and reliable repairs.

Requirements

At least 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or equivalent training.
Experience troubleshooting DC, single-phase, and three-phase electrical systems.
Knowledge of motors, VFDs, servo drives, and electrical protection components.
Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs.
Understanding of industrial control circuits, instrumentation, and safety systems.
Ability to use multimeters, insulation testers (meggers), oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic equipment.
Familiarity with industrial Ethernet communications and network troubleshooting.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings and maintain accurate documentation.
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and industrial safety standards.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Paint, and SAP.
Systematic problem-solving skills and willingness to investigate the cause of issues.
Ability to take ownership of technical problems and follow through on work.
Commitment to safe electrical practices.
Effective communication and collaboration with production teams and fellow technicians.
Ability to adapt to changing troubleshooting priorities in an active manufacturing environment.
Attention to accurate testing, documentation, and reliable repairs.

Responsibilities

Install, wire, troubleshoot, and maintain DC, single-phase, and three-phase motors.
Work with variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo drives, and electrical components.
Size and install breakers, fuses, transformers, and wiring according to specifications.
Perform insulation resistance, phase-to-phase, and other electrical diagnostic testing.
Troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLCs and HMIs.
Diagnose control circuits, safety modules, and protective devices.
Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot analog and digital instrumentation, including 0–10 VDC, 4–20 mA, and PNP/NPN signals.
Support industrial networking and troubleshoot Ethernet communications.
Investigate equipment failures, identify appropriate repairs, and help minimize production downtime.
Work alongside production teams to resolve technical challenges.
Interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.
Document wiring changes, update schematics, and maintain accurate technical records.
Follow safe electrical practices and help ensure electrical systems, safety circuits, and protective devices operate correctly.