Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Reports To:

Technical Leads Controls

Shift: Night Shift 6:00pm-6:30am

Location:

McCalla, Alabama

Pay Range: $32-$42 per hour (starting rate based on previous experience). $2.00 shift differential for Night Shift is not included in the pay range.

• Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 80 hours of accrued paid vacation, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, and 2% annual holiday bonus of base salary. See more at
• Collaborative and friendly workplace. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity initiatives.

• Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Understands and supports company safety policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner. Recognizes unsafe working conditions, coaches peers, and suggests new safety standards as appropriate.
• Use Studio
  5000 or Logix
  5000 platform hardware and software; drives and motion control;
  Factory Talk ME & SE;
  Ethernet/IP Control Network; power distribution.
• Operate, maintain, and clean production equipment. Follow, understand, and improve operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.
• Perform equipment changeovers and sanitation activities.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities, work orders, and lubrication efficiently to maximize performance of plant equipment. Adjust maintenance activities as appropriate.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment and software.
• Proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of:
  • Food manufacturing and utility instrumentation
  • Electrical testing equipment
• Utilize drawings, prints, and instruction manuals to determine proper steps for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain and adhere to company drawing and documentation standards.
• Coach team members on electrical, instrumentation, and controls skills, machine functionality, defect identification and resolution, and equipment repair.
• Participate in training and qualification programs for designated line/area; ensure effective training and maintain consistent qualification standards.
• Use continuous improvement tools, including breakdown elimination, to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause. Document, communicate, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Serve as owner of one or more technical, safety, or quality systems. Build technician skills and provide ongoing coaching.
• Create documentation such as SOPs, job aids, and PM improvements.
• Attend technical training sessions, vendor visits, and scheduled maintenance activities to increase knowledge in E&I technology (networks, servers, Factory Talk, motion controls, etc.).
• Attain and maintain low voltage qualification within twelve months of start date.
• Use a computer to input and maintain accurate records and data; utilize email and online training resources.
• Maintain accurate electronic database of repair and maintenance activities including parts usage and time tracking.
• Facilitate 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to work:
  Day Shift 6:00am-6:30pm or Night Shift 6:00pm-6:30am.
• 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.
• Previous mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.
• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions. Good verbal and written communication skills…