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The Hershey Company

WH_1289_Electrical Technician (B)

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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.

$61,312 / year median in Pennsylvania

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

Job Location:
 Hershey, PA
Position:
 Hourly
Sign-On Bonus:
 $10,000 About the
Facility:
 The Hershey Company West Hershey plant is a Union plant producing products such as: White & Dark Paste, Kisses, Nuggets, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Rolo, Syrup in a high-speed, complex manufacturing environment.
Pay:
Starting Pay:
$41.12 per hour $0.75 per hour shift differential for working 2nd or 3rd shift OT Potential $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP)
Eligible Total Rewards:
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) — Starting Day 1 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match
Hershey Stock Purchase Program Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Shifts:
Must be flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs and will be discussed during the interview process
Candidate Process:
Qualified applicants must successfully complete an electrical written skills assessment Those receiving a passing score will advance to an onsite electrical hands-on assessment and interview with the hiring team
Summary:
This position requires Industrial Electrical/PLC experience in the food industry with knowledge of: Motors Industrial wiring Electro-mechanical drives PLC application software/hardware Servo motion control applications Also required: Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to effectively participate in a team-oriented work environment
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety Accept full responsibility for all safety procedures as stated in the JSA (Job Safety Analysis) Demonstrate self-motivational drive in learning new technologies as they apply Communicate appropriately with operators, mechanics, electricians, engineers, supervisors, and plant leadership Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files; understand and help maintain work orders, preventative maintenance system, and SAP Work from ladders and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures Read and interpret electrical schematics Demonstrate initiative to investigate and offer improvements to plant operations Service, clean, and inspect equipment periodically following established PMs (Preventative Maintenance) Safely operate mobile equipment such as fork trucks, hand trucks, lifts, boom lifts Utilize problem-solving techniques in resolving issues with other employees Adhere to LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) procedures Have a basic understanding of belts, belt drives, chain drives, gearboxes, and conveyors Create notifications and follow up on repairs Evaluate and make recommendations to change PM schedule or contents Make up a bill of materials as required Read and interpret written descriptions or engineering blueprints Perform PM and troubleshoot Motoman and ABB Robots Learn and work with programs like PanelView, Factory Talk, RS Logix, Siemens Direct and train others to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring and equipment; provide expert knowledge and guidance to other employees in your field
Other Requirements:
Follow all safety requirements including but not limited to SDS (Safety Data Sheet), LOTO, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Electrical Flash
NFPA 70-E
Follow all Food Manufacturing rules and regulations including GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SQF (Safe Quality Foods) Demonstrate Hershey values Use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Maintain good housekeeping skills
Assessment Requirements:
To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency, all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact a Talent Professional at: 1-877-804-1794 or ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the
HR Service Center:
 askhr@hersheys.comThe Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability.

You can request an accommodation via phone or email. To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include "Accommodation Needed" in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.