Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

The J.M. Smucker Company; Flint Hill (AL); On-site; USD 44,083 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

80 hours of paid vacation

12 paid company holidays

Annual holiday bonus

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician for night shifts in McCalla, Alabama. This role is critical for maintaining production equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and GMP standards.

The position requires at least 5 years of experience in electrical systems and PLC controls. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with electrical systems.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing safety and GMP practices.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret safety rules and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls.
• Coach team members on equipment operation.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC

Motor and motion controls

SCADA

Instrumentation

Food manufacturing safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title and Reporting

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician – Reports to Technical Leads Controls

Shift and Location

Night Shift 6:00pm-6:30am; McCalla, Alabama

Compensation

Base rate: $32–$42 per hour (based on prior experience). Night shift differential of $2.00 per hour is not included in the pay range.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, starting first day of employment.
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 7% company match.
• 80 hours of accrued paid vacation.
• 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days.
• 2% annual holiday bonus of base salary.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and clean production equipment, following GMP and documentation standards.
• Perform equipment changeovers, sanitation activities, and preventative maintenance actions.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment and software.
• Use Studio5000 or Logix5000, Drives and Motion Control, FactoryTalk ME & SE, Ethernet/IP Control Network, Power Distribution systems.
• Coach team members on equipment operation, defect identification, and repair techniques.
• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, or production results within assigned area.
• Maintain accurate electronic database of repair and maintenance activities, parts usage and time tracking.
• Facilitate shift passdowns, discussing safety, quality, and production issues with prior/next shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with electrical systems, PLC, motor and motion controls, SCADA, sensors, and instrumentation in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing safety and GMP practices.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret safety rules, GMPs and general instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy; ability to use email and maintenance enterprise systems.
• Physical ability to work 12‑hour shifts, lift up to 60 pounds, work in confined spaces, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Vision requirement: minimum 20/40 in each eye.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.