Job Type
Full-time
Description
Freshpack is seeking a
Master Electrician to join our team in a high-paced food manufacturing environment. The Master Electrician will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment in compliance with electrical codes and food safety regulations.
Duties/Responsibilities: - Plan, install, and maintain 3-phase power distribution, motor control centers, and plant-wide electrical systems
- Lead electrical troubleshooting, upgrades, and installations on high-speed production and packaging equipment
- Ensure all work complies with NED, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and local codes, including food pant-specific sanitary requirements
- Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and ensure proper circuit protection across plant systems
- Specify, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and automation components in collaboration with controls/automation teams
- Provide technical leadership on capital projects, equipment installations, and plant expansions
- Coordinate with QC, Sanitation, and Production to minimize impact on food safety and production schedules
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures and implement long-term corrective actions
- Manage documentation including electrical drawings, schematics, PM records, and panel schedules
- Assist in maintaining the plant's electrical infrastructure including generators, UPS systems, and lighting
- Drive compliance with food industry electrical standards (e.g., stainless enclosures, sealed conduit, hygienic practices)
- Ensure Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash labeling, and electrical safe work practices are followed
Shift - 1st shift - 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday, some Saturdays as needed
Requirements
Qualifications: - Valid Master Electrician License
- 7+ years of industrial electrical experience, with at least 3 years in a food manufacturing or sanitary production environment
- Strong understanding of electrical theory, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industrial food safety standards
- Proven experience with 480V 3-phase systems, MCCs, control panels, and motor circuits
- Proficiency in reading and updating electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and one-lines
- Working knowledge of PLC programming, VFD tuning, and industrial networking is a plus
- Capable of performing electrical calculations and specifying proper electrical equipment for food-grade environments
- Familiar with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety protocols affecting electrical work
- Experience with sanitary/hygienic conduit installations (sealed fittings, stainless enclosures) preferred
- Familiarity with food-grade automation (weighers, fillers, conveyors, CIP systems) preferred
- Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Work Environment: - Fast-paced food manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature variations, moisture, noise, and industrial equipment.
- PPE required including arc flash protective gear
- On-call availability in case of after hours emergencies
Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance & more!
- Referral program
- 401(k) program
- Pay for Performance program
- Get paid every Friday!
Salary Description
$45.00 - $55.00 per hour
