Controls Technician (Night Shift)
J.M. Smucker · Longmont, CO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at J.M. Smucker (food & beverage) in Longmont, CO. Studio5000 or Logix5000 platform hardware and software.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, Automation
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 181 other live controls postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $79k–$99k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 57%
- ✓ Automation 55%
- Robotics 35%
- Union environment 29%
- ✓ Root cause 25%
- Team leadership 23%
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Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: J.M. Smucker in Longmont
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Full description from J.M. SmuckerAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
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 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 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.
Education and/or experience
- ✓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.
Requirements
- ✓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.
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Title
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Night Shift)
Reports to
Technical Leader, E&I
Number of openings
One
Location
Longmont, Colorado
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.
Additional benefits include
- •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
The right role for you
Help us Un lock 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.
Physical demand
- •The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
- •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 (5:45PM-6:15AM)
- •The employee must be able to squat or kneel