Electrician - Food Manufacturing

Pay: $36.00/hour

Shifts: Weekends

What You’ll Do Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and controls systems for production and high‑speed packaging equipment

Support extruders, dryers, conveying systems, cartoners, baggers, palletizers, utilities, HVAC, chillers, and compressed air systems

Partner with Operations and Maintenance to resolve recurring issues and complete preventative maintenance

Maintain PLC backups, schematics, and electrical documentation

Modify and improve electrical and control systems in compliance with NEC standards

Assist with capital projects and equipment installations

What We’re Looking For Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level necessary to perform the essential functions of the job

Strong electrical troubleshooting skills; ability to read wiring diagrams

2‑year Electrical Technician degree or equivalent experience (apprenticeship, military training, or 3+ years hands‑on electrical/controls experience)

Willingness to obtain CPR certification

Preferred Experience Food manufacturing electrical and controls experience

Allen‑Bradley PLCs, HMIs, VFDs

OSHA 10

Experience operating forklifts or lifts

Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand 8+ hours per shift

Climb ladders and work at heights up to 35 ft

Work in hot, cold, humid, and dusty environments

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.