WK Kellogg - Battle Creek, MI
posted 3 days ago
About the position
At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 118 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet - today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort. Do you have a skill set for working with electrical and mechanical components? Join us in our state-of-the-art facility as a Maintenance Electrician in Battle Creek, MI. Kellogg is looking to bring out the tiger in you by utilizing your skill set troubleshooting, repairing, and collaborating on electrical components! In this role you will partner with Operations, Quality Food Safety, and Environmental Health and Safety personnel as you keep the plant and production running. You will act as a problem-solver who helps our company maintain a strong reputation and market share!
Responsibilities
- Maintaining Equipment and Utilizing Your PLC Knowledge - You will be alternating in between troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and on the spot machine repair. You will need a firm focus and understanding of programmable logic controllers and robotics. Candidate must be able to maintain proper documentation, electrical upgrades, and make modifications and improvements.
- Analyzing Conditions and Providing Solutions - Identifying and examining production equipment failures to understand root cause analysis, with the help of interpreting schematics and drawings. Investigating, analyzing and repairing electrical systems while working with PLC programming and other computer-based applications.
- Driving Innovation and Communication - Actively improving plant efficiency and identifying cost saving opportunities. While maintaining an open dialogue with Maintenance Supervisors, Maintenance Mechanics and Operators, on day-to-day activities and long-term improvement projects.
Requirements
- PLC Troubleshooting experience
- High School diploma or GED required.
- State of Michigan Journeyman electrician license required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based safety systems
- Sitting, standing, walking, lifting and / or repetitive tasks throughout the day. Employee will be required to occasionally lift up to 50lbs
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Savings and Investment plan with Company match
- Pension
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Life Insurance AD and D
- 14 Paid Holidays
- Vacation eligible after one year of service
