Electronic Technician

Position Title: Electronic TechnicianPosition Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: Othello Grade: Scale 08_NONU Requisition ID: 32711 SUMMARYAdvanced-level position within the Maintenance department working with other electronic techs on electrical and electronic systems. The Electronic Technician II will work with and assist others with the installation, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. As competence is gained, increased accountability of work assignments and degree of difficulty follows. The long-term goal is to provide exposure to total department activities that include the use of electrical motors, control systems, and instruments. Assisting and working with others to troubleshoot and maintain machinery are the principle activities of the position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promotes and adheres to company safety work rules and regulations.Possesses good communication skills to report to the supervisor and with others including those involved in on-the-job training functions.Discusses layout, installation procedures and problems with Electrical Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Engineering Manager, and Vendor Technicians.Draws sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria of electronic units. Recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.Sets up standard test apparatus or devises test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model.Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment using OEM documentation.Tests, troubleshoots, and replaces malfunctioning transformers, electrical motors, lighting fixtures and circuits, and faulty electrical/electronic components with use of schematics and operators to resolve issues.Replaces electric motor bearings and wires electric motors.Uses programmable controllers to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.Performs programming on all RS platforms.Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings following guidelines and requirements of the National Electric Code.Develops the habit and practice of documentation of work which may result in changes to parameters, circuits, components, configuration, or orientation of an electrical/electronic device for future reference by self and others.Serves as a team player assisting all other Maintenance and operators to carry out their duties.Owns proper tools for the job as specified by the company.Operates the forklift and scissor-lift as needed.Communicates problems or changes in department to supervisor and appropriate personnel.Attends and participates in all annual, departmental, and job specific required training and monthly informational meetings.Understands and adheres to the concepts and techniques of the quality process in order to ensure a quality operation.Keeps area clean and orderly in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).Helps to build and promote a strong "Teamwork" environment in each individual work group, the Factory, and the Company.Participates in continuous improvement process. Must adhere to the McCain Code of Conduct.The employee may be required to successfully complete the orientation and training provided during the first ninety- (90) days of employment. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCECompletion of one year toward an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to two years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs)REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions or diagram forms. Ability to recognize and troubleshoot problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.CERTIFICATION, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSValid State Driver's License if operating company vehicles.Valid McCain Foods Forklift Operator's License. Hourly:Hourly Wage Scale: $28.04 - $48.06 USD hourly + Benefits (+ Bonus) The hourly range reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, exact compensation will be determined based on education/training, skill set, experience, and other organizational needs.Shift Differential Pay: Graveyard - $1.50McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including: 401k Retirement Plan Health Spending Account/ HRA & Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption & Infertility Assistance, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Reimbursement Assistance Apprenticeship, Internship, & Coop support and opportunities Employee Family Assistance programPaid Time OffWashington Paid Sick TimeHolidaysLife InsuranceAccidental Death & DismembermentShort & Long Term Disability McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. 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