Industrial Electrician

About Hood Industries

Hood Industries, Inc. is a unique blend of wood manufacturing and distribution, encompassing plywood and lumber manufacturing plants alongside twenty-three specialty wood product distribution operations. With facilities located in fifteen states, the company serves the northeast, southeast, and southwest United States.

About the Role

We are seeking an Industrial Electrician for our Plywood manufacturing operation in Beaumont, MS. In this role, you will provide essential electrical maintenance support for our mill, ensuring all production-related equipment remains in good working order and functions safely. You will be responsible for repairing and maintaining manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting motor control circuits, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and drives. The position requires a proactive approach to monitoring equipment performance to minimize unplanned downtime and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.

You will work in a fast-paced, constantly changing industrial environment that may be hot, cold, and noisy. Success in this role requires the ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with co-workers and management to resolve electrical and maintenance issues. You will also be expected to operate rolling stock, such as forklifts, and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs for extended periods.

Hiring Process

Candidates must be willing to work any shift, including holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed. The selection process includes a mandatory electrician maintenance exam and a hands-on assessment. All employment offers are contingent upon passing a background check and a drug screen. Successful candidates will also need to provide documentation verifying their legal right to work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hood Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1001, Rail Road Street, Beaumont, Perry County, Mississippi, 39423, United States

Beaumont, Mississippi

Key Responsibilities

check_circleRepair and maintain production and manufacturing equipment using proper tools
check_circleInspect machinery to detect irregularities and malfunctions
check_circleMonitor spare parts and electrical supplies inventories and initiate reordering
check_circleReview plant equipment operations to minimize unplanned downtime
check_circleImplement projects to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs
check_circleMaintain safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures
check_circleReplace motor control circuits, pneumatic valves, hydraulic valves, and other field devices
check_circleOperate forklifts and other rolling stock as needed
check_circleProgram VFDs, Allen Bradley software, and troubleshoot PLCs

Requirements

verifiedMinimum of three years of electrical experience in a manufacturing environment
verifiedHigh school diploma or GED preferred
verifiedPass electrician maintenance exam and hands-on assessment
verifiedAbility to work with VFD, Allen Bradley software, and troubleshoot PLCs
verifiedExperience with conduit bending and wiring motors
verifiedWilling and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime
verifiedProvide documentation indicating legal right to work in the U.S.
verifiedPass background check and drug screen

Nice to Have

High school diploma or GED.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, vision, cancer, and life insurancecheck_circleEmployee assistance programcheck_circleFlexible spending accountcheck_circle401k retirement plan

Company

Hood Industries, Inc.

Industry

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Headquarters

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Open Roles

The Hood Way - People, Process, Performance

Hood Industries, Inc. operates within the paper and forest product manufacturing sector, specializing in wood manufacturing and distribution. Headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, the organization integrates two plywood facilities and three lumber manufacturing plants with 23 specialty wood product distribution operations across 18 states. The company serves markets throughout the northeast, southeast, midwest, and southwest United States, providing essential materials to regional construction and industrial sectors. With a workforce exceeding 1,300 employees, Hood Industries maintains a significant footprint in local communities where its facilities are located. The company emphasizes a culture focused on safety, customer service, and operational efficiency while prioritizing sustainable practices and growth. This approach aims to deliver rewarding employment opportunities and support the economic stability of the towns in which it operates. Hood Industries continues to expand its reach and capabilities while maintaining its commitment to process-driven performance and community engagement. Professionals seeking career opportunities in the wood manufacturing industry may explore current openings through the company website or professional networking channels.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: VFD, Allen Bradley, PLC, Conduit Bending, Forklift.

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc.

What does a Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. do?expand_more

A Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. is responsible for the following: Repair and maintain production and manufacturing equipment using proper tools; Inspect machinery to detect irregularities and malfunctions; Monitor spare parts and electrical supplies inventories and initiate reordering; and Review plant equipment operations to minimize unplanned downtime.

What are the requirements for this Industrial Electrician role?expand_more

To qualify for the Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. position, applicants should have: Minimum of three years of electrical experience in a manufacturing environment; High school diploma or GED preferred; Pass electrician maintenance exam and hands-on assessment; Ability to work with VFD, Allen Bradley software, and troubleshoot PLCs; Experience with conduit bending and wiring motors; and Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime.

Where is the Industrial Electrician role at Hood Industries, Inc. located?expand_more

Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. is based in 1001, Rail Road Street, Beaumont, Perry County, Mississippi, 39423, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Industrial Electrician job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Hood Industries, Inc. has listed this Industrial Electrician role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Industrial Electrician role?expand_more

Candidates for Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Industrial Electrician role at Hood Industries, Inc.?expand_more

Key skills for Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. include VFD; Allen Bradley; PLC; Conduit Bending; and Forklift.

What education is required for Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc.?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED preferred.

What category does the Industrial Electrician role belong to?expand_more

Industrial Electrician at Hood Industries, Inc. is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

About Hood Industries, Inc.

With a workforce exceeding 1,300 employees, Hood Industries maintains a significant footprint in local communities where its facilities are located. The company emphasizes a culture focused on safety, customer service, and operational efficiency while prioritizing sustainable practices and growth. This approach aims to deliver rewarding employment opportunities and support the economic stability of the towns in which it operates.

Hood Industries continues to expand its reach and capabilities while maintaining its commitment to process-driven performance and community engagement. Professionals seeking career opportunities in the wood manufacturing industry may explore current openings through the company website or professional networking channels.

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