Overview of Company
Soules Foods is a thriving family-owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. Our purpose and promise of Great Food, Made Simple® drives us. Based in Tyler, Texas, the company is a leading national producer of ready-to-eat and ready-to- cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. We proudly serve a broad portfolio of great-tasting, high-quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. Our wide array of national customers includes prominent organizations such as Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, Sysco, and HEB. The company was established in 1975 by John Soules Sr., and the business is now in the second generation of family leadership. The organization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and with its continued growth, it now has annual sales of approximately $1 billion. The company employs over 2,000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Plant Electrician will be responsible for overseeing the installation and repair of all electrical for any plant equipment. The Electrician must have advanced knowledge in reading schematics, maintaining, troubleshooting, and interpreting electrical and mechanical situations to determine process needed. The electrician will be responsible for recording documentation for complex projects and training and guidance to other maintenance technicians.
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree required.
· 3 - 5 years of experience in Electrical, Robotics, Automation.
· PM system and parts tracking (Preferred)
· Maintenance in manufacturing facility: 5 years (Preferred)
· Food Manufacturing facility experience: 3 years (Preferred / not required)
- Technical skills in mechanical and electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, NFPA 70E, etc.).
- Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance in assigned area of operation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
· Promotes safety, productivity, quality, and efficiency.
· Complete all evaluations, and training set by Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform predictive & preventative maintenance on Plant Electrical services.
- Responsible for the day to day management of assigned equipment and documentation associated with their area of operation. (Prevention and Predictive Maintenance, Safety, etc.).
- Ensures maintenance is performed in a timely manner and works closely with Production to schedule and accomplish equipment and facility repairs.
· Examine and test devices in operation for trouble allocation.
- Complete all assigned yearly Training (Safety, Food Safety, Personnel)
General knowledge of all regulatory policies.
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Work Environment
· This position requires working on the production floor in a cold environment with an average temperature of 40°F. The employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, fast-paced operations, moving machinery, wet and dry areas, and must always wear personal protective equipment (PPE). The role requires interaction with employees, contractors, and supervisors in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
Physical Demands
For Corporate or Office Positions
· The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, often over eight hours per shift. The employee must be able to use hands, fingers, arms, and reach as part of daily tasks. The position involves lifting and moving up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Visual requirements include the ability to see up close, at a distance, and to adjust focus. Repetitive movement, bending, twisting, and climbing may be required.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following:
· Vacation / Sick days
· Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
· Telemedicine
· Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley
· Free annual health screening
· 401 (k) with company match
· STD and LTD
· Life insurance & other voluntary benefits
· Career Development: We support professional growth through continuous learning and development opportunities.
Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources at the relevant location.
Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E-Verify program where required by law.
Unsolicited Assistance : Soules Foods does not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for U.S. positions. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a valid written request and search agreement from HR will be considered the property of Soules Foods. No fees will be paid for candidates hired through unsolicited referrals.
