Industrial Electrician

Are you ready to power up your career in a fast-paced, high-speed food processing environment? As an Industrial Electrician at our Grand Rapids Bakery, you’ll be the expert who keeps our state-of-the-art production lines running smoothly and efficiently. This is a fully on-site role on 2nd shift (2:45 PM – 10:45 PM), with occasional weekend support required. Training begins on first shift for two weeks, then transitions to second shift, with full integration expected within 45–60 days.   You’ll join a collaborative team of Operations, Food Safety, and Environmental Health & Safety professionals who are passionate about delivering quality and innovation. You’ll work hands-on with advanced equipment, expand your PLC expertise, and have real opportunities to drive improvements and make a lasting impact on our iconic snack brands.   You’ll get hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment, opportunities to grow your skills, and, right from the start, a $10,000 retention bonus and up to 3 weeks of vacation upon hire! The starting hourly pay for this position is $42.92.   A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing   Maintain Equipment & Amplify PLC Knowledge – Troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and repair high-speed production machinery, focusing on programmable logic controllers. Analyze Conditions & Provide Solutions – Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and repair electrical and mechanical systems using PLC programming. Drive Innovation & Communication – Identify efficiency improvements, seek cost-saving opportunities, and maintain open communication with the Maintenance Supervisor and Mechanics.   We’re Looking for Someone With   High School diploma or GED State/Local Electrical License OR Journey Card (or will have either at time of hire) PLC experience Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) Demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based safety systems Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the day; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs   What’s Next After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small.   All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.   Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.   Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.   Get to Know Us   We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.   Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.   Let’s shape the future of snacking.   Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.