The Master Electrician supervises electrical work, ensures compliance with standards, and maintains electrical systems in a manufacturing plant that produces cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, and corn muffins. This role suits an experienced, licensed electrician with strong leadership and technical skills who is committed to electrical safety and continuous learning.
Responsibilities
Supervise electrical work of GMI registered unlicensed employees and contractors performing installations, additions, alterations, or repair work at Chanhassen
Review electrical drawings, equipment specifications, and technical documents to ensure equipment meets GMI standards or determine appropriate solutions to achieve equivalent status
Lead efforts to develop, centralize, and maintain electrical system documentation, one-line diagrams, short circuit, and arc flash studies
Stay current with GMI Electrical Engineering Standards
Lead electrical safety requirements including training and onboarding with new employees concerning PPE compliance, MN electrical licensing requirements, compliance of NFPA 70E and the GMI Electrical Safe Work Practices Program
Approve electrical work hours for unlicensed employees and ensure unlicensed registrations and continuing education credits are current
Lead continuing education training to build electrical skills in registered unlicensed employees
Provide guidance for current and future electrical system modifications
Coordinate and facilitate audits with the State of MN Electrical Inspector
Develop and implement comprehensive electrical system preventive maintenance plan for the electrical infrastructure and distribution for the Chanhassen plant
Plan electrical maintenance work orders and assign to registered unlicensed employees
Facilitate building electrical shutdowns for preventative and corrective work
Maintain integrity of emergency and stand-by electrical system
Maintain and standardize electrical nomenclature for all switchgear, transformers, and panelboards
Troubleshoot power interruptions and lead reliability efforts to maintain power to the site
Be on call for site power interruptions and coordinate efforts with Xcel Energy or other electrical utilities
Lead root cause analysis, maintenance, and repair on industrial process equipment
Assist other plant areas as assigned
Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Two-year trade school certificate in an accredited Electrical program
State of Minnesota Master Electrician Class A license
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Minimum 5 years of work experience as a licensed Minnesota Electrician in an industrial environment
Strong understanding of MN Electrical Statues, OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E
Experience working on low-voltage (<600 V) systems, including PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), motor controls, and instrumentation
Desire/passion to learn more about the software side of controls/automation
Experience with electrical contractor and project management
Experience troubleshooting equipment in an industrial setting
Effective communication, safety, and leadership skills
Ability to work in a cross functional team environment that requires continuous skill development
Ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens
Minimum 18-year age qualification
Nice to have:
Manufacturing or production experience
Benefits
Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)
11 paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, life insurance
Career growth and cross-training opportunities
Year-round events
Committees
Recognition programs
Raffles
Volunteer opportunities
Wellness programs
Education reimbursement
Important Details
Schedule: 8-hour shifts; day shift Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 2 PM is preferred; working hours can be flexible; must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed; plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
About the Company
General Mills manufactures Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, corn muffins, and more at its Chanhassen site. The plant produces more than 110 products and is located across the street from Prince's former home.
