Controls Technician

Help us UnlockUncrustables! Here at Smucker, our main focuses are safety and quality as we produce millions of sandwiches. Our E&I Technicians work in a fast paced, hands on, high-performance environment. We are looking for motivated, team-oriented individuals who are ready to learn and grow with us.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Understands and supports company and site safety policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner.  Recognizes unsafe working conditions, coaches peers, and suggests new safety standards as appropriate.

• Performs the necessary activities to operate, maintain, and clean production equipment.

• Understands, follows, and improves documented operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.

• Performs equipment changeovers and sanitation activities.

• Performs preventative maintenance activities, work orders, and lubrication in a timely manner to maximize performance of plant equipment.  Improves and modifies preventative maintenance activities as appropriate.

• Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment and software.

• Proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of the following:

• Power Distribution 

• Studio5000 or Logix5000 platform hardware and software 

• Drives and Motion Control 

• FactoryTalk ME & SE 

• Ethernet/IP Control Network 

• Food Manufacturing and Utility Instrumentation 

• Maintains and properly operates electrical testing equipment.

• Utilizes drawings, prints, and instruction manuals to determine proper steps to be taken for equipment preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.

• Adheres to company drawing and documentation standards.

• Coaches other team members on electrical, instrumentation, and controls skills, machine functionality, defect identification and resolution, and equipment repair.

• Active participation in training and qualification programs for designated line/area; participates in assessments and ensures effective training and maintains consistent qualification standards.

• Uses continuous improvement tools, including breakdown elimination to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause.  Documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions.

• Serves as owner of one or more technical, safety, or quality systems.  Responsible for building technician skills and providing ongoing coaching.

• Creates documentation as needed (SOPs, Job Aids, PM Improvements, etc.).

• Increases skills and knowledge by attending technical training sessions, participating in vendor visits and scheduled maintenance activities.  Attains expertise in advances E&I technology (networks, servers, FactoryTalk, Motion Controls, etc.).

• Attains and maintenance low voltage qualification within twelve months of start date.

• Uses a computer to input and maintainaccurate records and data.  Can utilize email and online training resources.

• Maintains accurate electronic database of repair and maintenance activities including parts usage and time tracking.

• Facilitates effective shift passdowns with the prior/next shift to discuss safety, quality, and production issues.

• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, or production results in a designated area.

• Works as part of a team and assists fellow employees when needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

• Associates or technical degree or training preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience with electrical systems, PLC, motor and motion controls, SCADA systems, device and information networks, sensors, instrumentation equipment for manufacturing is required.

• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and general instructions. 

• Good communication skills are required both verbally and written. 

• Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional & team-oriented environment 

• Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMAND 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and climb steps   

• The employee must be able to work 13-hour night shifts (5:30pm-6:30am) 

• The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.

• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast, oils, and peanut butter as well as other materials.

• The employee must be able to lift + 50 pounds on an occasional basis. The applicant must pass an occupational physical test. 

• Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses.  The applicant must pass a standard eye exam. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment’s characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Working conditions: 

• Weekend work. 

• 2-2-3 weekly schedule format.

• Computer usage. 

• Environment temperature varies between hot and cold conditions. 

• Noise level is moderate to high; hearing conservation program required. 

• Operating, being near, and crossing platforms/ladders over or under machinery. 

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS (INTERNAL) MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE:

Current job attendance and performance at a satisfactory level.  

Must apply through Workday and submit a current updated and relevant resume with your application.

Your manager will be contacted to discuss relevant experience, skills, and performance. 

You must notify your manager regarding your application. 

Transfer dates will be determined on an individual basis based on factors such as the urgency to fill the position, status of the employee’s present position, and difficulty in filling the employee’s present skills.

Roles will be posted for a 7-day period on the Company Bulletin Board and an All Plant email notification of a new posting. 

Employees will be given a 3-day time period to accept the role. 

Internal Announcements will be posted by Site HR.