Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician Korbel Champagne Cellars is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to support manufacturing operations, utilities, and facility infrastructure throughout our production campus. This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient operations by troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and improving industrial electrical systems and production equipment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has experience supporting automated production equipment, electrical distribution systems, utilities, and facility infrastructure. What You’ll Do Production & Manufacturing Support • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, controls, and automation issues on production and packaging equipment. • Support bottling lines, labeling systems, conveyors, palletizers, pumps, compressors, and process equipment. • Maintain motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, safety circuits, control panels, and instrumentation. • Utilize PLC, HMI, SCADA, and production data systems to identify and resolve equipment issues. • Analyze alarms, downtime events, and process trends to support root cause analysis and equipment reliability improvements. • Assist with equipment startups, commissioning activities, and process improvement projects. Facilities & Utilities Support • Maintain facility electrical distribution systems including switchgear, transformers, panelboards, MCCs, lighting, and electrical infrastructure. • Support utility systems including air compressors, refrigeration equipment, HVAC systems, boilers, water systems, wastewater systems, and nitrogen generation equipment. • Install conduit, wiring, disconnects, panels, motors, and electrical equipment as required. • Support facility improvements, equipment installations, and capital projects. • Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and project teams to ensure successful project execution. Reliability & Continuous Improvement • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities. • Utilize SCADA, Ignition, and operational data to improve equipment performance and reliability. • Support CMMS work order management and maintenance documentation. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and uptime. • Follow all safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), food safety, and company policies. Qualifications Required • High school diploma or equivalent. • California General Electrician Certification or Journeyman Electrician status. • Strong troubleshooting skills involving motors, controls, VFDs, sensors, relays, and industrial electrical systems. • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings. • Experience working with 120V, 208V, and 480V three-phase electrical systems. • Valid driver’s license. • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and respond to emergency call-ins when necessary. Preferred • 5-10 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing environment. • Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000. • Experience with Ignition SCADA or similar manufacturing information systems. • Familiarity with EtherNet/IP, and industrial communication networks. • Food & beverage, winery, packaging, or process manufacturing experience. • Experience with CMMS systems such as MaintainX. What We’re Looking For • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. • Ability to understand manufacturing process flow and equipment interactions. • Data-driven approach to problem solving and reliability improvement. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • Commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Physical Requirements • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and access equipment in confined spaces. • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work throughout a manufacturing environment for extended periods. Why Korbel? Join a team that combines over a century of winemaking tradition with ongoing investment in automation, modernization, and manufacturing excellence. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced production systems, support major capital projects, and make a direct impact on operational performance across one of California’s most recognized wineries. The pay scale for this position is $55 – $75 per hour, depending on experience.  This is an on-site position located at our Guerneville, CA office. Our full-time employees are offered the following competitive benefits, following the probationary period: Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) PTO/Sick Time Holiday Pay Discounts on products in our Wine Shop Discounts at our on-site gourmet Delicatessen Does this sound like a good fit for you?  Please submit a cover letter and resume, stating your salary requirements, to F. Korbel & Bros., Inc., 13250 River Rd., Guerneville, CA 95446, email hr@korbel.com, or fax (707) 824-7381, Attn:  HR. APPLY NOW Apply now for the Industrial Electrician position