REPORTS TO
Lead Engineer, Controls & Electrical
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the manufacture of pet foods and snacks while complying with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.Understand and support company and site safety policies and perform work-related activities in a safe manner. Recognize unsafe working conditions, coach peers and suggest new safety standards as appropriate.Understand, follow and improve documented operational, maintenance and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical, instrumentation, controls and automation equipment and software.Utilize drawings, prints and instruction manuals to determine proper steps to be taken for equipment preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.Coach other team members on electrical, instrumentation and controls skills; defect identification and resolution; machine functionality and equipment repair.Actively participate in training and qualification programs for designated area, participate in assessments, ensure effective training and maintain consistent qualification standards.Support the adherence of NFPA 70e standards for facility.Review, follow and write standard operating procedures, one-point lessons and safe practices.Increase skills and knowledge in E&I technology by attending technical training sessions, participating in vendor visits and scheduled maintenance activities.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.Work as part of a team and assist fellow employees when needed.Model behaviors consistent with the Smucker Basic Beliefs, maintaining professional and respectful relationships with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.
Basic reading, writing and math skillsAdvanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite proficiencyGood mechanical aptitudeClear understanding and working knowledge of:Allen-Bradley PLC platform hardware and softwareAllen-Bradley drives and motion controlWonderware HMI/Allen-Bradley PanelView graphics display hardware and softwareEthernet/IP communicationselectrical power distribution & controlselectric motors & motor controlselectrical testing equipmentAbility to read and understand electrical schematics and one-line drawingsDemonstrated controls, electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting skillsAbility to follow procedures and rulesWillingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays as requiredAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to follow directions independently and provide clear instructions to fellow team membersDemonstrated ability to initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervisionAbility to give and receive constructive feedback with sensitivity, using questions and information to further team goalsCommitment to principles of a team-based work environmentEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High-school diploma or equivalent is required.Associates or technical degree or advanced training preferred.3 years of relevant manufacturing work experience with electrical systems, PLC, motor and motion controls, SCADA systems, device and information networks, sensors and instrumentation is preferred.Experience with AutoCAD 2D or Electrical, SQL database preferred.Previous mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions.Good verbal and written communication skills are required.REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.The employee must be able to work a hybrid shift (3:00AM-11:00AM or 11:00AM-7:00PM), 2nd shift (3:00PM-11:00PM) or 3rd shift (11:00PM-7:00AM).The employee must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis.VISION
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.
SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environments 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.
Noise level in the plant work environment is moderate to highPlant space is not conditioned, so exposure to high heat in summer and cool in winterSome work outdoors at seasonal ambient conditionsExposure to grain and other dry flours and meals, dyes, vitamins, minerals, meats and liquid ingredientsWet or dusty processing areas