Automation & Controls Technician

The J.M. Smucker Company; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support the manufacture of consumer foods in a safe, quality-driven environment.

You will participate in safety programs, perform maintenance on production equipment, and work with PLCs, SCADA, and instrumentation to ensure reliable plant operations. As a critical member of the maintenance team, you will perform changeovers, sanitation, and troubleshooting while adhering to GMP standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent 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 mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair electrical instrumentation and controls.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment changes.
• Troubleshoot power distribution, PLC, drives, and networked controls.
• Ensure GMP and food safety compliance.
• Lead safety and training as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC

SCADA

HMI

Power distribution

Instrumentation

Maintenance

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or technical training

Tools

Studio5000

Logix5000

FactoryTalk ME

FactoryTalk SEE

Job description

The J.M. Smucker Company is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support the manufacture of consumer foods in a safe, quality-driven environment.

You will participate in safety programs, perform maintenance on production equipment, and work with PLCs, SCADA, and instrumentation to ensure reliable plant operations. As a critical member of the maintenance team, you will perform changeovers, sanitation, and troubleshooting while adhering to GMP standards and company policies.