Facilities/Utilities Technician (Maintenance Technician)

J.M. Smucker Co•Tuscaloosa, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility/Utilities Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the site utility systems which include: steam boilers, thermal oxidizer, compressed air, ammonia and glycol refrigeration, building HVAC, wastewater treatment, and the general facility. This role is also responsible for maintaining both equipment and written logs to comply with local and federal governmental requirements for OSHA and EPA. The role will contribute in meaningful ways at the new greenfield McCalla, AL facility, where popular Uncrustables sandwiches will be produced, and new and innovative products will be developed. Smucker views its manufacturing operations as the heart of its efforts to deliver food people and pets love, and is committed to providing safe, high-quality products. Manufacturing is promoted as a career with continued growth and development opportunities in an enjoyable and supportive environment.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must be able to wear Level A suit (SCBA)
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions
Good communication skills
Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions
Ability to perform the essential job functions outlined above consistent with safety standards and practices
Works well with resources internal and external to the site to maintain high standards for quality, reliability, and improvement
Ability to make data-driven decisions with proper involvement
Ability to set goals and persevere to meet them
Ability to provide prioritization and leadership in area to improve results
Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift and overtime, as needed.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule for training, projects, and breakdowns, as needed
Must be able to work NIGHT SHIFT 6:00pm - 6:30am (non-negotiable)
Able to perform the key responsibilities outlined above in accordance with safety standards and practices.
Lift and carry up to 65 pounds
Stand, sit, walk, enter confined spaces, push, pull, kneel, squat, and climb
Perform repetitive actions, reach, and feel

Nice To Haves

Technical degree
Previous experience with HVAC, combustion, and refrigeration systems
Previous food manufacturing experience
5+ years of mechanical/maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience utilizing Oracle.
Working knowledge of utility plant controls and instrumentation
Ability to troubleshoot, repair and align pumps and motors

Responsibilities

Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
Understanding and supporting The J.M. Smucker, McCalla safety program policies and performing work related activities in a safe manner.
Recognizing unsafe work conditions and suggesting new safety standards as appropriate.
Monitor the ammonia refrigeration system including temperature control, taking readings, equipment adjustments, performing PMs, and updating PSM documentation.
Operate and maintain combustion equipment including the thermal oxidizer and steam boilers – duties include monitoring the operation of the boiler, performing PMs on equipment, performing water tests, and maintaining the condensate return system.
Operate and maintain the compressed air system including air compressors, air dryer, various receivers and dry cooling tower – duties include monitoring the operation of the air compressors, performing PMs on equipment, checking for and resolving air leaks, and maintaining a high quality, dry air supply to equipment.
Operate and maintain the various water streams and waste water treatment facility – duties include monitoring and maintaining the hot water, jacket hot water, city water, and wastewater systems.
Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant which includes disposal of the wastewater screened solids, pH treatment and neutralization of wastewater. In addition, this requires keeping precise water and wastewater records.
Operate and maintain the site HVAC equipment - provide temperature control of the various areas, perform filter and belt changes, cleaning the equipment, and performing PM's.
Maintain facility - including but not limited to general office repair, roof leak repair, and lighting replacements.
Lead team failure analysis activities - specifically those that involve failures that your team has responded to.
Conduct rounds during the shift to point out any issues you observe with the efficient operation of utility systems and troubleshoot/repair or submit a work order to fix the issue.
Set up the next shift properly.
Be prepared to talk about all utilities-related issues that occurred during the shift, what the problem statement for them is/was, what was done about them, and whether they have been resolved or are still open/at risk.
Contact appropriate leadership based on department trigger requirements.
Fully support all data collection and documentation efforts in the utilities department.
Make improvements in area of ownership as part of the base expectations of the plant.
Document through natural forms of execution including OPL’s, Job Aids and PM Improvements.
Build skills as needed by attending technical training sessions, participating in vendor visits on site and completing scheduled maintenance to build skills across all areas of utilities department.
Provides support throughout other parts of the plant as needed daily and performs other duties/tasks, as assigned.