Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician at Kellanova summary:

Overnight Industrial Electrician role in Cary, NC at a food manufacturing facility working 12-hour rotating shifts (2-2-3) focused on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and machine repair. Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment failures, PLC programming/interpretation, repairing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and conveyor systems, and documenting work while supporting continuous improvement and safety systems. Requires high school/GED, basic computer skills, food-plant experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and U.S. work authorization.

Do you have a spark for tinkering with electrical and mechanical components? We have an opening in our state-of-the-art facility for an Industrial Electrician in Cary, NC. This is an overnight shift position from 6 pm-6 am; you will be working on a 2-2-3 12-hour schedule with every other weekend off. This role has an hourly rate of $31.75.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintaining Equipment and Amplifying your PLC knowledge - Alternate between troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and on-the-spot machine repair. You will need a firm focus and understanding of programmable logic controllers. This person must be creative in their solutions without being unclear in their documentation.
• Analyzing Conditions and Providing Solutions – Identify and examine production equipment failures to understand root cause analysis, with the help of interpreting schematics and drawings. Investigating and repairing electrical & mechanical systems such as pneumatics, drives and hydraulics, and conveyors.
• Prioritizing Innovation and Communication - Seek ways to improve plant efficiency and cost savings and maintaining an open dialogue with lead and supervisor regarding day-to-day activities.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High School diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based safety systems
• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day. The employee will be required to occasionally lift up to 50lbs
• Previous experience working in a food manufacturing plant

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through March 6th, 2026. 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

[email protected].

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 .

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industrial electrician, PLC troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, food manufacturing maintenance, conveyor repair, hydraulics and pneumatics, mechanical troubleshooting, overnight shift, plant reliability, safety systems