UTILITIES Technician

Scottsville, KY

Why Smucker is the Place for You

You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work while enjoying each day. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker.

Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee as part of our commitment to be an employer of choice. Highlights include:

Commitment to pay progression (opportunity to grow compensation as you expand your capabilities)Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, Parental leave, and Annual Holiday BonusEnsuring a collaborative and friendly workplace – an environment you will look forward to coming into each day

Your Opportunity

At Smucker, we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe, high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this, we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment.

In this role you will:

Maintain the major systems of the building (electrical systems, wastewater, HVAC and ammonia equipment, ovens, boilers, compressed air, and plumbing)Maintain corrective/preventive maintenanceSupport your team by training and assisting fellow employees.

The Right Role for You

Are you motivated by the chance to help provide quality products consumers count on every day? Are you interested in working with a collaborative team to get the job done while learning new skills? If so, please read further for more specifics around the Utilities opportunity at our site.

We’re looking for a candidate who is….

Able to maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical systems, wastewater, HVAC and ammonia equipment, ovens, boilers, compressed air, plumbing and facility related equipmentAbility to read, interpret and apply knowledge to plant drawingsAble to perform preventative and corrective maintenance, documenting work in plant computerized maintenance system including following storeroom proceduresBe an active participant on the plant HAZMAT teamAbility to obtain ammonia operator certification through offsite training, understanding, and working with Ammonia systemsAble to maintain and repair equipment outdoors and in indoor areas with climate extremesAbility to follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), including OSHA 1910 electrical safety and arc flash requirementsAbility to work as part of a teamAbility to train and assist fellow employeesAble to maintain and repair various facilities equipment, doors, building, lights, etc.Possess strong communication skills

Expectations

Must complete the utility assessment test with an acceptable scoreMust be willing to complete required training in ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, combustion and electricalAbility to climb ladders and operate boom liftsMust be self-motivatedPossess attention to detailDemonstrate strong organizational skillsMust have basic computer skillsMust be willing to work in extreme hot and cold environmentsAbility to be flexible with shift and overtime related to covering down day activities as well as for coverage for outages on other teamsWilling to complete all required training as detailed on the current Utilities Qualification Card and Pay Level Definitions for the Scottsville Uncrustables FacilityPrevious experience in piping, mechanical, pumps, electrical, and welding preferredPhysical requirements of the job include the ability to:Lift and carry up to 50 poundsStand, sit, walk, enter confined spaces, push, pull, kneel, squat, and climbPerform repetitive actions, reach, and feel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

VISION

Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses. The applicant must pass a standard eye exam

SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment:

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.