Wrapper Tech

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Emporia, KS, seeks an automation and controls technician to set up wrapping machines, verify codes, packaging and lot tracking, and ensure correct speeds and seal integrity.

You will troubleshoot, program PLCs, read and create logic/diagrams, and support start-ups in a food manufacturing setting. Strong problem solving and record-keeping skills required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous management experience is desired.
• BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering is desired but not required.
• Understanding of commercial bakeries and bakery equipment.
• Understanding how ingredients with time/temperature affect baking.
• Knowledge of bakery production equipment operation and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Set up wrapping machines and verify correct codes, locations, and legibility.
• Ensure seal integrity, packaging verification, and lot-tracking check sheets at specified times.
• Notify supervision when checks are not in compliance with company standards.
• Maintain machine speeds and keep the work area clean and safe.
• Troubleshoot and program automation and controls systems involving PLCs for the wrappers.
• Create/read logic and diagrams for program design, simulation and start-up.
• Maintain records of PMs, safety, and inventory; perform related duties.

Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Excel

MS Word

PLC basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Programmable logic controllers (PLC)

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for setting up wrapping machines for a variety of product being produced, ensure the proper code is being ran and is in correct location and is legible, completing code verification, seal integrity, packaging verification and lot tracking check sheets at specified times and notifying supervision when any check is not in compliance with company standards. Ensure machines are running at proper speeds. Keep work area and machines clean always. This position will also be responsible for troubleshooting, programming automation and controls systems involving PLC's (Programmable logic controllers) for the wrappers. Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards of food quality, safe processes, compliance with all appropriate legal requirements and a focus on continuous process improvement
• Maintain current and complete records of all activities – i.e. PM’s, safety, inventory, asset inventory, etc.
• Perform other duties relating to the department.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner

Job Specifications And Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous management experience is desired.
• A BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering is desired but not required.
• Understanding of commercial bakeries and bakery equipment
• Understands the functionality of ingredients with time and temperature in the baking process
• Understands the unique equipment in a bakery production plant, along with operation of that equipment relative to the baking process. Ability to trouble shooting equipment to ensure optimum efficiency and product quality.

• Oral and Written Communication - Effective
• Personal Computer Skills - Literate with MS Excel, Word.
• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing Environment, This will be for PM shift

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders is required
• Ability to sit (5%), stand (25%), walk (25%), kneel/squat (25%), and bend (20%) for 8 hours. Ability to lift approximately up to a maximum of 75 pounds, approximately 2 times per week from floor to waist.
• Ability to reach overhead various times per day and to ground various times per day.
• Climbing stairs and ladders various times per day.

Other Essential Elements Not Listed Above Include

• Setting and Achieving Goals - Successfully coaches, trains, and follows up with people to ensure production goals are met.
• Understands Hostess scheduling for efficiency, ingredient and product flow, and distribution.
• Familiar with Hostess bread cake products and equipment

Machines/Tools Used

• Please see Engineering tool list

The Right Place for You

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