Industrial Electrician - Kitchener

fgf brands

• $89K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Industrial Electrician License (442A) or 309A is mandatory.
  • 3-5 years of industrial electrical and mechanical experience, ideally in the food industry.
  • General knowledge of PLC systems is essential.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills required.
  • Comfortable using computers and performing basic heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs).
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Perform PLC and HMI programming changes; troubleshoot and calibrate equipment.
  • Repair, troubleshoot, and install electrical and electronic machinery; including control systems and automation.
  • Conduct electrical wiring and test automated systems.
  • Optimize equipment safety and efficiency as part of continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and environmental policies.
  • Service, clean, and conduct preventative maintenance on production equipment.
  • Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area at all times.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for accelerated career growth within the company.
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
  • Pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Performance bonuses offered.
  • Discount program for various services and products.
Full Job Description
Job Posting

Our team in Kitchener is looking for a new Industrial Electrician!

Position: Industrial Electrician

Location: Kitchener, ON.

Pay rate: $43.00/hr

Schedule: Rotating

What Wonderbrands Offers:
  • Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth
  • Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits
  • Pension plan with matching contribution
  • Bonuses
  • Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Responsibilities
  • PLC and HMI programming changes and troubleshooting including modification and calibration of equipment; weight scales VFD, Servomotors and network communications experience.
  • Repair, troubleshooting and installation of machinery including electrical and electronic equipment, control systems and automation
  • Electrical wiring and testing of automated systems
  • Optimize equipment safety, efficiency and reliability, participating in continuous improvement projects and completing work orders according to PM schedules
  • Previous Food industry experience preferred
  • Comply with all applicable legislative and Bakery food safety, health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.
  • Service, clean and perform preventative maintenance and overhaul on all production and bakery equipment
  • Continually improve equipment function via design improvements
  • Ensure that work area is clean of debris and hazards at all times and check work area for such hazards upon arrival and when departing each area of work
  • Work in a safe manner in accordance with legislated and company health and safety standards
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or required.


Requirements
  • Industrial Electrician License (442A) or 309A is required
  • 3-5 years of industrial, electrical and mechanical experience, preferably in the food industry
  • General knowledge of PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and ability to assist all trades people as required
  • Problem solving skills and good communication skills are required
  • Comfortable using computers
  • Ability to work well within a team and independently
  • Comfortable with occasional heavy lifting up to 50 lbs
  • You really enjoy working in a fast paced environment where every day can bring new and unique challenges
  • Ability to work a flexible shift day/afternoon/night, Sunday to Saturday.

If you're excited about this opportunity and love baked goods, we invite you to apply!

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.

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