Job Summary As an electronics technician, the role will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment and systems. The role involves diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performing routine inspections, and ensuring that all electronic devices operate efficiently and reliably. The technician will work closely with engineering and production teams to support the development and enhancement of electronic systems and provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and address any malfunctions.
NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Must be 18 years or older.
Must be able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Must have a minimum of 3 years industrial maintenance experience
Must have experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring tools, and the ability to read and work from drawings and blueprints
Read, write, and orally communicate in English and ability to work with no or little supervision
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior maintenance experience in a USDA inspected beef, pork, or poultry facility
Experience with PLC & controls hardware and software (Rockwell Automation a plus)
Work history in the last 12 months
Support Plant Floor Specific technologies
Matrix in motion scales
Meat Store and Parts Room Point of Sale Systems
Scan Gun Support
Label Printers
2+ years' experience in the field or related area
1+ years' experience in an Infrastructure Support or Service Desk role
Experience or exposure to appropriate systems
Windows Desktop Operating Systems
Various brands of desktops, laptops, and other peripheral hardware
Imaging and configuration of desktops and laptops
iPhones, printers, hand-held scanners, and other peripheral devices
A variety of application solutions (web, database, etc.)
Infrastructure monitoring tools
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to attend work consistently
Ability to work safely, wear PPE, and follow safety rules
Display a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Be attentive to detail
Maintain a clean work area
Follow all food safety, quality and SQF rules
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Must be assertive and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to perform consistent, accurate work, with minimal direction and work successfully as part of a team
Must be able to withstand long periods in cold, warm, or wet/damp environments
Must have mechanical aptitude
Ability to develop, read, and interpret schematics and drawings
Familiarity with PLC programming concepts (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagrams) and hands-on experience in HMI/SCADA development. Knowledge of hardware design principles and control systems is advantageous
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement . Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more: Pay Transparency . American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more: E-Verify
Summary
America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.
What we offer:
Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!
