Manufacturing Electrician at Tropicana Brands Group in Bradenton, Florida

Job Description:

About Tropicana Brands Group

The launch of Tropicana Brands Group (TBG) represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica. Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial, agile mindset.

With a global footprint of more than 2,000 associates that spans North America and Europe, we are proud of our industry-leading capabilities in areas that include innovation, R&D, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and nutrition expertise.

The company's focused on the vision to quench the world's thirst for more delight and nourishment, while continuing to build upon the many important diversity, sustainability, local community and philanthropic activities that our people and brands have historically supported.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED


• Have a minimum of 5 years' experience in the Electrical & Instrumentation field, equivalent formal training plus experience, or equivalent related experience


• Plan, layout and perform a wide range of installation, repair, and maintenance operations on a full range of electrical equipment and circuitry throughout the plant


• Install, maintain and repair complex automatic controls, generating equipment, transformers, motor control centers, and related electrical equipment, including PLC's and VFD's


• Install, maintain and repair motors and power distribution systems, including transformers, motor starters, switchgear etc.


• Perform soldering as required for installations or repairs


• Perform troubleshooting of PLC's and using PLC's for troubleshooting of electrical systems


• Program and troubleshoot VFD's using HIM module and / or other tools or software


• Have basic understand of the National Electric Code and other reference materials and charts


• Be familiar with and capable of, operating and working in a Bucket Truck and / or man-lift


• Be able to read and understand Technical Manuals


• Have math skills as needed for measuring and calculating electrical formulas


• Follow drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, and schematics


• Be able to identify electrical components and follow wiring diagrams


• Have basic knowledge or PC's, printers and associated software (Windows, Word, Excel, etc.)


• Perform material procurement duties using CMMS


• Be familiar with and can carry and use hand and power tools


• Diagnose and remedy problems using test equipment and service manuals


• Intermediate PLC troubleshooting including both discrete and analog devices using RSLogix5 and RSLogix500


• Disassemble units, determine extent of trouble, repair or replace components, reassemble, and adjust for proper operation


• Be able to understand, repair/replace VFD's, smart valves, and other technically advanced equipment.


• Understand how food process systems and packaging equipment work


• Perform basic troubleshooting of field device networks (ControlNet, DeviceNet, and Ethernet) using laptop, HMI, and field techniques


• Accomplish work independently with a minimum of interference or delay to production


• Follow prescribed food and safety regulations


• Perform other related duties assigned by management

Purpose:

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct


• Actively support daily, period and annual plan


• Promote a positive team environment


• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and working with maintenance to identify issues


• Build the capability of the organization through training

Safety:

• Ensure all safety rules, procedure, policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed


• Set the example for others by demonstrating adherence to safety rules, procedures, policies and GMPs


• Proactively and aggressively address safety gaps

Benefits Overview:

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.

TBG offers a 401(k) plan administered through Fidelity which allows you to contribute pre- or post-tax dollars and invest as you choose to save for retirement. TBG makes employer matching contributions to your 401(k) account and will contribute 100% of the first 3% and an additional 50% of the next 2% for a total of a 4% company contribution.