Schwan Food Co

Automation & Electrical Supervisor

Schwan Food Co$66K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 6+ years of experience in automation, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Experience with PLCs, controls, or automation in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
  • Flexibility to work any shift and respond to emergency calls.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead the Electrical and Controls team, encompassing scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Oversee the implementation and support of PLC and HMI programming in an industrial environment.
  • Plan and coordinate installation, troubleshooting, and repair of control devices for manufacturing processes.
  • Develop and deliver training on control systems to operations and maintenance personnel.
  • Optimize team performance by maximizing employee skills and minimizing downtime.
  • Monitor equipment breakdowns and adjust work schedules to meet production goals.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper installation of safety devices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Time off programs.
  • Retirement and financial offerings.
  • Eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Electrical Supervisor, to lead maintenance and improvement efforts for our facility's power distribution systems and automation networks at the largest pizza plant in the world and home to Red Baron and Tony's brand pizzas. In this role, you will oversee the performance, testing, repair, and optimization of critical electrical and control systems that support our manufacturing operations. This is a full-time, 3nd Shift Position, 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

What You Will Do:
  • Manage and lead the Electrical and Controls team, including scheduling, resource allocation, and performance.
  • Oversee the implementation, documentation, startup, and support of PLC and HMI programming within an industrial automation environment.
  • Plan and coordinate the installation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and tuning of control devices used in manufacturing processes.
  • Develop and deliver training for plant operations and maintenance personnel on control system functionality, design features, and process operation.
  • Optimize team performance by effectively utilizing employee skills, minimizing mechanical downtime, enhancing equipment effectiveness, and ensuring adherence to safety policies.
  • Monitor equipment breakdowns, assess needs, assign resources, and adjust work schedules to meet production goals.
  • Maintain compliance with safety standards and ensure all equipment safety devices are properly installed.
  • Communicate department performance and operational issues to upper management.
  • Support cost control initiatives and drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency and team development.

What We Look For:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 6+ years of experience within the automation industry and 3+ years in a leadership role (including experience with PLCs, controls or automation, troubleshooting voltages up to 480 volts-preferably in a manufacturing environment).
  • Strong technical knowledge across industrial electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems, including HVAC, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computerized maintenance systems.
  • Must be flexible to work any shift and respond to emergency calls as needed.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $66,375 to $110,625 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

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About Schwan Food Co

The Schwan Food Company is a privately held company that manufactures and markets frozen foods. The company sells frozen foods from home delivery trucks, in grocery store freezers, by mail, and to the food service industry. The company produces, markets, and distributes products developed under brands such as Red Baron, Freschetta, Tony's, Mrs. Smith's, Edwards, Pagoda Express, and Larry's. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Marshall, Minnesota.
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Size
12,000 employees
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Founded
1952

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