Innovative Production USA in Galesburg, IL is a company focused on innovating food for the future through developing patented and patent-pending technology for future forward plant-based proteins. We are looking for highly dependable team players to join our staff as Maintenance Electrician working 7pm to 7am. If you can be committed to supporting our brand’s reputation for excellent human grade protein manufacturing, then this is the place for you.

Here’s what you will do:

• Repairs and installs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical & electronic components of machinery and equipment - following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical & electronic test equipment.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, connects cables and wires between machines and equipment - following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical & electronic test equipment.
• Detects malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures using test equipment and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables using hand tools.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery using test equipment and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers, such as machine repairer, maintenance and tool maker, maintenance to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors and positions sensing devices using hand tools.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors.
• Possibly plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Possibly diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment.
• Wear proper PPE – headgear, ear plugs, gloves, safety glasses and clothing when required.
• Complete daily assignments (long and short term) as instructed by Maintenance manager in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems.
• Observe, receive, and obtain information from all relevant sources.
• And more!

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  Training in vocational schools, related on-the job experience, or an Associate Degree.
• 3-5 yrs. of experience as an industrial/manufacturing electrician technician.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• PLC programing capabilities including troubleshooting and modification abilities.
• Experience with Due Solutions a plus
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• English fluency a must and Spanish fluency a plus
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable climbing up ladders
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Good interpersonal communication skills with all levels of management.
• Background or experience in the food production industry a plus
• Able to legally work and currently reside in the United States