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Carolina Foods Inc.

Plant Electrician

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What they do

An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.

$58,721 / year median in North Carolina

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Plant Electrician Carolina Foods Inc. - 2.9 Pineville, NC Job Details Full-time $35 - $45 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Food processing plant experience High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience HACCP Food safety Full Job Description Position Summary Carolina Foods, maker of Duchess brand snacks and one of the Southeast's leading baked-goods manufacturers, is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and production equipment in a high-speed food manufacturing environment. This role is critical to maximizing equipment uptime, ensuring safety, and supporting continuous plant operations.
Schedule:
Day Shift (6:00am to 6:00pm) or Night Shift (6:00pm to 6:00am) Essential Duties & Responsibilities Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems on production and packaging equipment, including motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and control panels. Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment; read and interpret ladder logic (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell experience preferred). Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals. Install and modify wiring, conduit, circuits, and electrical components per NEC and plant standards. Perform preventive and predictive maintenance per the plant PM schedule; document work in the CMMS. Respond promptly to production line breakdowns to minimize downtime. Maintain plant support systems including lighting, HVAC controls, compressors, ovens, refrigeration controls, and conveyors. Follow all food safety (GMP, HACCP, SQF), OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and arc-flash safety requirements. Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous-improvement projects. Maintain spare parts inventory and communicate parts needs to supervision. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training in industrial electricity preferred. 3+ years of industrial electrician experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing. Working knowledge of 480V 3-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, and PLCs. Experience with low-voltage conduit/raceway installations and structured cabling systems, including Cat5e, Cat6/6A, and fiber-optic infrastructure a plus. Ability to use multimeters, meggers, and other diagnostic instruments. NC electrical license or journeyman certification a plus. Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, and work at heights or in confined spaces for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Work in a bakery environment with exposure to heat, flour dust, moving machinery, and temperature variation. Adherence to GMP requirements, including hairnets, uniforms, and no jewelry in production areas. Benefits Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, and opportunities for advancement. Carolina Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Pay:
$35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Pineville, NC 28134 (Required)
Work Location:
In person