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*Job Location: *Lancaster, PA * Position Type:* Hourly * Sign-On Bonus: * $4000 The Hershey Company Lancaster plant is a Non-Union plant producing Licorice Products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment. We have an immediate need to hire a Controls Electrician. * Pay:* Starting pay rate: $38.25 per hour $1.00/hour additional shift premium for working on 2nd or 3rd shift Overtime Potential! $4000 Sign-On Bonus * Benefits:* Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)—Starting Day 1! 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match Hershey Stock Purchase Program Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability * Shifts: * We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays. *Note: *Current hiring needs are on 3rd shift*. 2nd Shift work schedule: 2:30pm – 10:30pm 3rd Shift work schedule: 10:30pm – 6:30am Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs. Once your training period begins, you will be assigned to 1st shift for approximately 4 weeks, then moved to 2nd or 3rd shift. You will be eligible to bid on other schedules, shifts and jobs when they are posted. Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts. Mandatory overtime could be weekly (scheduled for up to 12 hours/day, Monday through Sunday), daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and/or weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts). * Candidate Process:* / Please note: Communications will be through e-mail and text. Ensure you have access to a valid e-mail/ * Candidates are required to take and pass a pre-hire written mechanical skills assessment to schedule an interview * Post-Offer: Drug Screen, Physical Assessment and Background Check Required * Interview / Hiring / Selection Process:* Potentially qualified applicants will complete a written NOCTI electrical skills assessment either remotely or at the plant Candidates that pass the written NOCTI skills assessment will be scheduled for a hands-on electrical skills assessment at the plant Post-offer Drug Screen & Background Check required * Summary:* The Controls Electrician assists area Maintenance and Production personnel in maintaining an efficient operation by utilizing all necessary abilities to troubleshoot, repair and adjust equipment with a minimal amount of down time. Interpret machine manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings relative to equipment assigned Understand & demonstrate use of the principles of electricity, electronics, and control systems Demonstrate an understanding of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70-E Perform PLC and control system troubleshooting and repair Diagnose and repair or replace malfunctioning apparatus and components, such as transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, motors, fixtures, PLC’s, motion controllers and drives Troubleshoot Controlnet, Devicenet, DH+, Remote IO and Ethernet networks Basic knowledge of plant, fire and water sprinkler systems and their controls Maintain area, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and proper manner Operate material handling equipment as required Complete all mandatory training * Required background skills and minimum qualifications shall include:* Must be at least 18 years of age Must be flexible to work any shift Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime as scheduled Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be authorized to work in the United States Must possess either a journeyman's card from a state approved apprenticeship program or a minimum of three years of hands-on electrical work in manufacturing systems maintenance or equivalent military experience Must have basic understanding of PC's and basic computer skills Must possess experience in industrial electrical systems Must possess experience in PLC’s Must possess experience in process controls and instrumentation Must possess experience with motors and controls (AC and DC) Must possess experience with analog and digital devices Must possess experience with schematics and electrical print reading Demonstrated ability to use Current Probe, Multi-meter, Oscilloscope Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams Ability to systematically troubleshoot detailed electrical and electronic systems Ability and understanding to work with voltage up to 480 volts Ability and knowledge to troubleshoot programmable controllers Understanding of analog circuits, i.e., 4-20 ma or 0-10 volts Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems * Preferred Qualifications:* Food manufacturing experience is highly desirable Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is desirable Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is beneficial Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred Experience with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is preferred * Physical Demands:* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Regularly required to work around operating equipment, confined spaces, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, walk, climb ladders and bend * Working Conditions:* Work will be performed within a manufacturing facility The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, bump camps, hair and beard nets, and gloves Wearing Company-issued arc flash rated uniforms is a requirement Wearing arc rated and voltage rated PPE is a requirement for designated electrical tasks * 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 a Talent Professional at 1-877-804-1794 or [email protected]. Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Support Center [email protected]. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check results consistent with The Hershey Company's employment policies. Background checks may include but are not limited to the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, social security number verification, and/or drug test. #LI-DS1 The 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 If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center ([email protected]).