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Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

CompanyJ.M. Smucker
LocationBessemer, AL, USA
Salary$32 – $41
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must be able to work night shift 6:00pm-6:30am
  • 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.
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions.
  • Good communication skills are required both verbally and written.
  • Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts.

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.
  • Performs the necessary activities to operate, maintain, and clean production equipment.
  • Performs preventative maintenance activities, work orders, and lubrication in a timely manner to maximize performance of plant equipment.
  • Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment and software.
  • Coaches other team members on electrical, instrumentation, and controls skills, machine functionality, defect identification and resolution, and equipment repair.
  • Uses continuous improvement tools, including breakdown elimination to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause.
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates or technical degree or training preferred.
  • Previous mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.
  • Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.