As an Electrician you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation within our food production facility. Your role will involve troubleshooting electrical issues, performing routine inspections, and working closely with other maintenance staff to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency. 

• Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Systems: Install and set up electrical systems, including wiring, panels, and control systems, for new equipment or facilities.
• Maintenance: Perform regular preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues that affect machinery or production processes.
• Repair: Repair or replace faulty electrical components, such as wiring, circuit breakers, and motors.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all electrical installations and modifications comply with relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Safety Standards: Adhere to safety standards and practices to prevent electrical hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
• Coordination: Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to coordinate electrical work and ensure minimal disruption to production.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and guidance to other departments on electrical issues and system operations.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of electrical installations, maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance checks.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit reports on electrical system performance, issues, and maintenance activities.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments for electrical systems and equipment to identify potential hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Emergency Procedures: Implement and follow emergency procedures for electrical system failures or hazards.
• Upgrades: Plan and execute upgrades to electrical systems to improve performance or accommodate new equipment.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving electrical systems and practices to increase efficiency and reliability.
• Training: Train maintenance staff and operators on electrical system operation and safety procedures.

Skills

1. Industrial Electrical Systems:

• High-Voltage Systems: Understanding and working with high-voltage electrical systems used in large machinery and equipment.

• Control Systems: Familiarity with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and other automation technologies used in food processing.

2. Food Safety and Compliance:

• Hygiene Standards: Knowledge of hygiene requirements specific to the food industry, ensuring that electrical installations and repairs do not compromise food safety.

• Sanitary Design: Understanding of sanitary design principles for electrical installations, including the use of water-resistant and easy-to-clean equipment.

3. Equipment Specifics:

• Food Processing Machinery: Experience with electrical systems in food processing equipment, including conveyors, mixers, ovens, and packaging machines.

• Temperature Control Systems: Familiarity with temperature control and monitoring systems, essential for maintaining proper conditions in food production.

4. Safety Regulations:

• Electrical Codes: Knowledge of electrical codes and standards relevant to the food industry, and local regulations.

• Hazardous Locations: Understanding of electrical systems in hazardous locations, including areas with the potential for explosive or flammable materials.

5. Maintenance Practices:

• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance: Skills in developing and implementing maintenance schedules to prevent equipment failures and ensure reliable operation.

• Troubleshooting Techniques: Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving electrical issues specific to food manufacturing equipment.

6. Environmental Considerations:

• Climate Control Systems: Knowledge of climate control systems used to maintain optimal environmental conditions for both equipment and food products.

• Energy Efficiency: Understanding of energy-efficient practices and technologies to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.

7. Integration with Other Systems:

• Integration with Mechanical Systems: Ability to integrate electrical systems with mechanical systems, ensuring seamless operation of food production lines.

• Data Logging and Analysis: Skills in working with data logging systems to monitor and analyze electrical performance and maintenance needs.

8. Emergency Response:

• Emergency Procedures: Knowledge of emergency procedures and protocols for handling electrical failures or hazards in a food processing environment.

• Backup Systems: Understanding of backup power systems, such as generators and UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), to maintain operations during power outages.

9. Communication Skills:

• Coordination: Ability to communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel, production staff, and management to address electrical issues and coordinate repairs.

• Documentation: Skills in documenting maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

10. Continual Learning:

• Industry Trends: Keeping up to date with advancements in electrical technologies and practices within the food industry.