Electrical Technician

Perfetti Van Melle

. Take the lead in solving electronic, instrumentation, PLC, and other electrical issues in the plant.

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeErlanger • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems, including PLC and instrumentation, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Possesses strong skills in process improvement and effective communication within a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical TroubleshootingPLC/Instrumentation ExperienceMotor And Motion ControlsFood Manufacturing ExperienceSAP Functional Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems MaintenancePredictive And Preventive MaintenanceHigh Voltage 3 Phase ElectricLow Voltage Control SystemsVariable Frequency DrivesHMI ExperienceSCADA SystemsBlueprints And Schematics InterpretationInspection And Quality ControlProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOral And Written CommunicationNegotiation SkillsMultitasking AbilityPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

SCADASAPHigh Speed Flow WrappersVertical BaggersPick And Place Robots

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's DegreeMasters/Journeyman LicenseNFPA70E Knowledge

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingElectrical EngineeringInstrumentationContinuous ImprovementSafety Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take the lead in solving electronic, instrumentation, PLC, and other electrical issues in the plant.
Support the maintenance and engineering teams with planned maintenance tasks and plant projects.
Assist with continuous improvement and Perfetti Performance Excellence projects.
Perform all assigned predictive and preventive maintenance tasks.
Troubleshoot electrical, SCADA, information technology, and instrumentation systems.
Collaborate with Safety to identify hazards and ensure safe work practices.
Conduct regular inspections to maintain the quality of electrical work.
Maintain accurate records of electrical work, including blueprints, schematics, maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues with plant production equipment.
Support the facilities maintenance team as needed.
Support the shift Maintenance team with mechanical repairs as directed by the maintenance lead.
Support the controls engineering team with high speed flow wrappers, vertical baggers, and pick and place robots.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree or 3 years of electrical experience working with high speed packaging and robotic equipment required.
Hands on experience with motor and motion controls, variable frequency drives, and HMI’s
3+ years of food manufacturing experience is preferred.
PLC/Instrumentation experience Preferred
Functional knowledge of SAP preferred.
Masters/Journeyman license preferred.
Excellent attention to detail, oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of NFPA70E preferred
Good negotiation, process improvement, and strong quantitative skills.
Knowledge of high voltage 3 phase electric (460/240) and low voltage control systems
Strong ability to multitask and prioritize daily activities and plant priorities.
A passion for learning and the desire to grow in the organization, potentially across functions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off
13 paid holidays
401k with Company Match up to 8%
Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Annual well-being subsidy
20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)