Industrial Maintenance Tech at J.M. Smucker

Columbus, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of industrial maintenance experience
Previous safety experience required (i.e., LOTO)
Knowledge of electrical components (i.e., high/low voltage, motors, etc.)
Able to read and understand electrical/mechanical schematics

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment (e.g., motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines) using hand tools, power tools, and precision-measuring and testing instruments, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications
Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments
Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges
Interpret hydraulic and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot and repair various fluid and flow systems
Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools and power tools
Install special functional and structural parts in devices, using hand tools
Start devices to test their performance
Lubricate and clean parts
Set up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
Requisition supplies, materials, tools, machine parts, and other necessary equipment
Repair electrical equipment
Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment
Perform bearing analysis and installation
Weld various types of metal to repair or fabricate metal assemblies (e.g., racks, shelves, stands for equipment) using appropriate tools (e.g., cutting torch, arc and gas welder, high-speed disk, grinders, files, etc.)
Perform preventive maintenance on uninterrupted power supply systems, generators, and air compressors to maintain system operation and reliability using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools (e.g., hydrometer, voltmeter, amp meter, digital keypad, etc.)
Analyze electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings; troubleshoot electrical circuits to the component level
Install, troubleshoot, repair, modify, calibrate, and adjust electrical/electronic system components and circuits used in measurement and control of current, voltage, temperature, humidity, speed, vacuum, pressure, tension, flow, time, frequency, thickness, and density
Know and apply the operating principles, purpose, proper application, and design limitations of electrical power distribution system components and elements, including troubleshooting, testing, repair, replacement, adjustment, calibration, and cleaning
Other duties as defined

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hand ToolsPower ToolsPrecision Measuring InstrumentsHoistsCranesCalipersMicrometersHydraulic SchematicsPneumatic SchematicsLatheDrill PressGrinderWeldingElectrical RepairBearing Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Industrial Maintenance Tech position?

The base rate is $37.45 per hour.

Is this a remote position, or do I need to work on-site?

This is 100% on-site at the Hostess Manufacturing Facility in Columbus, GA, with two openings on the AM Shift from 6am-6pm and flexibility for off-shifts or weekends.

What key skills are required for this maintenance tech role?

Key skills include repairing machinery using hand/power tools and precision instruments, troubleshooting hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical systems, welding metal assemblies, performing bearing analysis, and using metalworking tools like lathes and grinders.

What benefits does J.M. Smucker offer?

Benefits information is available on the company's careers page.

What makes a strong candidate for this Engineering Operator role?

Strong candidates demonstrate independent judgment in maintenance tasks, proficiency with tools for repairing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, and experience in welding, bearing installation, and preventive maintenance.