Automation & Control Technician- 1st Shift
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Tar Heel
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods.
We're an $18 billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000 employees
worldwide. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our
team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our
family today. Apply Now!Your Opportunity The position summary
states the general nature and purpose of the job.
Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The
Electrical Automation Technician will safely and efficiently
maintain, troubleshoot, and work to improve the electrical,
automation and robotic systems within the production facility. This
position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules as
well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures
that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food
Safety & Quality are followed and complied with uniformly in an
effort to reduce product and process variability.Our team members
receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great
benefits packages:Competitive PayComprehensive Health Insurance,
Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefit available to full and
part time Smithfield team members on their first day of
employment.*Program eligibilities applyOpen to moving? We will
help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!Lump Sum
paymentsAgents to help you sell/ buyLease Termination
AssistanceMoving of goods and vehiclesIn addition, we offer
opportunities for career growth, professional development, and
tuition assistance.Core Responsibilities Responsibilities and tasks
are written as follows: Adhere to safe work practices, complete
monthly safety audits/observations, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary
conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to
management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect
food safety, food quality and personnel safety.Always ensure
regulatory complianceInterpret electrical schematics and user
manuals.Troubleshoot process issues with automation/ robotics
software.Troubleshoot hardware issues with PLCs (programmable logic
controllers) and touchscreens.Use advanced network troubleshooting
to diagnose control networking issues.Work with IT to troubleshoot
and maintain servers.Create user manuals and training
documentation. Train technicians as appropriate.Identify and
facilitate process and automation improvements.Assist and consult
with management/engineering on projects as needed.Provide support
and leadership to the maintenance technicians.Manage, backup and
organize all electrical/automation related documentation for the
facility (programs, schematics, network information, manuals,
etc.)Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to
perform the essential functions .Two-year certificate from college
or technical school and 2+ years of relevant experience, or
equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience,
required.Experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatics
helpfulAbility to read, analyze and interpret documents such as
electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and
procedure manuals in English.Ability to write routine reports,
procedural manuals, and correspondence in English.Ability to
effectively present information in one-on-one and in group
situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external
customers/vendors at all levels including management.Experience
with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation required.Ability to work
well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be
respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong
working relationships and a positive work environment.Must be
self-motivated and able to work with minimal
supervision.Effectively communicate the status of issues and
projects with management, vendors, peers, and production
personnel.Provide technical leadership and support to the
maintenance technicians at the facility.Use the appropriate tools
(e.g., Multimeter, PC, Software) to troubleshoot and diagnose the
root cause of electrical issues in the facility.Work with internal
and external resources to resolve issues as quickly and effectively
as possible.Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and
healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and
procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and
tasks.Perform other duties as assigned.Able to work weekends,
holidays and overtime as needed.IndSPR T1 -M&E EEO/AA
InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to
workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender
identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled
individual or any other protected group status or non-job
characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment selection process, please call us at
757-357-1595.
Keywords: Smithfield Foods, Fayetteville , Automation & Control Technician- 1st Shift, Professions , Tar Heel, North Carolina
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