Controls Technician (Night Shift)

Location: Longmont, Colorado

About the role

Help us unlock Uncrustables! 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.

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.
• Proficient in operation and troubleshooting of:
  • 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 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 advanced E&I technology (networks, servers, FactoryTalk, Motion Controls, etc.).
• Attains and maintains low voltage qualification within twelve months of start date.
• Uses a computer to input and maintain accurate records and data; utilizes 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.
• Leads 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 Demands

• 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 12-hour shifts (5:45 PM – 6:15 AM).
• 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

• 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.

Pay

Base Rate Technician 6 ($45.80/hr) + ($3/hr shift differential).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match
  • Paid vacation (prorated the first year of employment)
  • 12 paid company holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Annual holiday bonus
• Company-provided life and AD&D insurances
• Company-provided short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary Life & Health Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption assistance & surrogacy reimbursement
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave