Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Smuckers-posted 27 days ago
$37 - $40/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Topeka, KS
5,001-10,000 employees
Food Manufacturing
Resume
Match Score
Upload and Match ResumeTrack Jobs with Teal

The Topeka, Kansas plant has a Full Time opening for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician. ($5,000 retention bonus- Start rate $36.75 - $39.85 per hour. Depending on experience.) The selected candidate must have basic troubleshooting skills to maintain a highly automated Pet Food manufacturing facility and will be required to assist and train team members with on-shift electrical, instrumentation & controls support.

  • 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.
  • Basic reading, writing and math skills
  • Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Clear understanding and working knowledge of:
  • Allen-Bradley PLC platform hardware and software
  • Allen-Bradley drives and motion control
  • Wonderware HMI/Allen-Bradley PanelView graphics display hardware and software
  • Ethernet/IP communications
  • electrical power distribution & controls
  • electric motors & motor controls
  • electrical testing equipment
  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and one-line drawings
  • Demonstrated controls, electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to follow procedures and rules
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays as required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to follow directions independently and provide clear instructions to fellow team members
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervision
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with sensitivity, using questions and information to further team goals
  • Commitment to principles of a team-based work environment
  • High-school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • 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.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Associates or technical degree or advanced training preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD 2D or Electrical, SQL database preferred.
  • Previous mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.
  • Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
Track Jobs with Teal

Job Search Resources

•
Resume Builder
•
Resume Examples
•
Cover Letter Examples

Tools

Career Hubs

Guides

Company

© 2024 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service