Projects Lead, Electrical

Smuckers•Topeka, KS

46d•Onsite

About The Position

The Topeka, Kansas plant has a Full Time opening for a Technical Lead, Projects-Electrical in the Plant Engineering Team. It is an hourly, non-rotational, technical position with responsibilities to lead the trades and work related to electrical power, controls and instrumentation to support Capital Project execution and equipment installations across all areas of the plant, as well as support the Facility and Operations teams with maintenance and reliability issues

Requirements

Basic reading, writing and math skills
Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Good mechanical aptitude
Excellent documentation & organizational skills
Clear understanding and working knowledge of: electrical power distribution & controls electric motors & motor controls process instrumentation electrical testing equipment
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and one-line drawings
Knowledge of plant process systems and process flows
Knowledge of plant equipment function, operation and maintenance
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
Demonstrated ability to work with Plant Teams, external contractors and vendors
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 trades, industrial utilities, process controls and/or instrumentation.
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.

Nice To Haves

Associates or technical degree or advanced training preferred.
Experience with electrical power distribution, 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.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platform, drives & motion control, HMI, Ethernet/IP preferred.
Previous mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.
Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.

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.
Supervise the electrical trade including daily planning and coordinating resources (equipment, contract labor and plant labor) as related to electrical power, controls and instrumentation to support equipment installations and start-ups in alignment with Operations and Capital Project schedules.
Provide support with supervision of electrical trade for Facility and Operations maintenance and reliability tasks as needed.
Assist in budgeting and procurement of equipment, materials and labor within established project budgets.
Assist with organization and maintenance of plant documentation and drawings related to electrical power and controls.
Provide assistance and support to R&D and TSO for Plant tests in manufacturing and packaging areas.
Support the adherence of NFPA 70e standards for facility.
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.