Manager vacancy in Buffalo USA

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
TITLE
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

LOCATION
McCalla Alabama

Why Smucker is the Place for You
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work while enjoying each day. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture we are determined to support every employee as part of our commitment to be an employer of choice. Highlights include:
Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment including: medical dental and vision insurance 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match 120 hours paid vacation 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days parental leave and annual holiday bonus. See more at https://www.jmsmucker.com/careers/why-smucker/employee-benefitsEnsuring a collaborative and friendly workplace – an environment you will look forward to coming into each day. See more about Our Continued Progress on Inclusion Diversity and Equity
Your Opportunity
New plant – challenges opportunities etc.
At Smucker we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment.

You will be able to lead and contribute in meaningful ways at our new greenfield McCalla AL facility where we will produce the very popular Uncrustables sandwiches and are also looking forward to development of new and innovative products.

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 DistributionStudio5000 or Logix5000 platform hardware and softwareDrives and Motion ControlFactoryTalk ME & SEEthernet/IP Control NetworkFood Manufacturing and Utility InstrumentationMaintains 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 maintain accurate 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.
The Right Role for You
Are you motivated by the chance to help provide quality products consumers count on every day? Are you interested in working with a collaborative team to get the job done while learning new skills? If so you are exactly who we are looking for to join our Company!

What we’re looking for:
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 mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
OTHER
Willing to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed.Willing to work a flexible schedule as needed.Willing to travel for various trainings.Able to read understand and follow documents such as safety policies Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and general instructions.Working knowledge of general electrical safety.Working knowledge of electrical schematics power distribution and controls motor and motor controls PLC logic controls HMIs and other industrial controls.Able to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions.Good communication skills including the ability to give and receive feedback.Able to provide leadership and prioritization in designated equipment area.Able to set and meet goals.Able to prioritize and manage workload in a changing environment.Able to work both independently and on a team.Works well with support personnel to maintain high standards for safety quality and reliability and drive improvements.Able to make data driven decisions and engage others as appropriate.Basic mathematical statistical and analytical skills.Basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office Suite.Able to learn company specific computer systems including maintenance enterprise system.Able to perform the key responsibilities outlined above in accordance with safety standards and practices.Physical requirements of the job include the ability to: Lift and carry up to 60 pounds Stand sit walk enter confined spaces push pull kneel squat and climb Perform repetitive actions reach and feel
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