Electrician I

Long Prairie Packing Company LLC, an American Foods Group Company has an opportunity for Electrician I.

As Electrician I, you will:

• Installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and electrical codes, and then carry out plan; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures are followed if applicable.
• Inspect and repair electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, to ensure compliance with electrical codes; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures are followed if applicable.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures are followed if applicable.
• Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures are followed if applicable.
• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures followed if applicable.
• Perform all electrical preventative maintenance and visual inspection for damage on equipment in applicable areas; ensure all safety and lock out tag out procedures are followed if applicable.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Train employees as needed.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• State Electrician License.
• Must be able to work in a variety of work temperatures warm, hot, humid, cold, wet or with slippery surfaces at varied heights in and around moving equipment and parts with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 
• Ability to work extended scheduled hours Monday through Saturday with daily overtime. Must be able to work overtime as required. Start times and hours vary based on production needs.

• Must be able to successfully complete training: 

  • Safety. 

  • Safe Quality Food (SQF). 

  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).  

  • Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP). 

  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 

  • Food defense. 

  • Lock out/Tag out.
  • OSHA 10-hour.
  • First aid.
  • Forklift.
  • Genie lift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior lead or management experience.
• Diploma or GED.
• College education.
• Prior maintenance experience in a USDA inspected beef, pork or poultry facility.
• Prior production experience.
• Work history in the last 12 months.

American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more: Pay Transparency. American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more: E-Verify

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC an American Foods Group Company is a privately held beef processing company located in Long Prairie, Minnesota. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done.  As a member of the team, you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business, and you will be rewarded for that success. If you want to feel appreciated for a job well done and be part of something bigger, then consider joining American Foods Group, a “hire to retire” type of company.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefit plan.  Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!  
• Training, growth and advancement opportunities that will make this the best and last company you work for.

Apply today and work for a company that loves you back!

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Improve your quality of life by residing in Long Prairie, Minnesota, a rural city located in the center of Minnesota - A short drive from many of the best recreational areas in Minnesota, and not too far from the Twin Cities and the ever-famous Mall of America! Long Prairie’s museums, scenic golf courses, and historic buildings will fulfill your diverse interests.

The area also offers:

• Long Prairie Trails - 4 well-kept trails that extend throughout the entire city
• Lake Charlotte Beach which includes a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat launch, softball fields, and much more!
• Year-round community events that the whole family will love.

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