Electrician

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients • Full-time • Newark, New Jersey, United States • 1d ago

The Electrician is responsible for performing electrical work in control cabinets, panel boards, etc., wiring/rewiring of electrical cabinets and electrical components, running conduit, writing programs and install in PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers).

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Responsible for the installation of electrical hardware or software or the electrical wiring of selected devices in accordance with state and local codes.
Responsible for the electrical start-ups of new, used or modified equipment and generate new or modify existing operating instructions as it pertains to electrical items.
Aid and assist in the layout design of construction and troubleshooting of electrical components.
Perform calibrations on electrical components when needed. Responsible for the programming and installation of PLCs and the drawing of ladder logic diagrams to match such.
Keep work areas clean on a daily basis. (all wire, conduit, raceways, etc.) All should be stored in a clean, safe manner.
Responsible for company issued tools. (ex: benders, punches, labeler, drills, etc., are to be cleaned and stored when not in use)
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
2-3 years of experience with PLC programming and ladder logic.
Prior electrical experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman electrician license is preferred.
Strong computer and basic math skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Frequently exposed to high noise levels, strong odors, varying temperatures, electrical hazards, and potentially dangerous equipment.
Requires regular travel to off-site locations.
Frequently requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and balancing, with occasional sitting and equipment/computer use.
Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
Requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.
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